Senator Chris Anyanwu Threatens To Sue Ex-Imo Governor Ikedi Ohakim, Gives Ultimatum For Retraction Of Allegations
Senator Chris Anyanwu has demanded the retraction of allegations made against her by the former governor of Imo State, Ikedi Ohakim.
During a recent media interview, Ohakim, 67, accused Anyanwu of telling lies in her book Bold Leap. He also claimed that Anyanwu had apologized to the late former Head of State, Gen. Sani Abacha, “and owned up that she told lies in order to sell her magazine,” among other allegations.
While Anyanwu has urged Ohakim to produce the “lengthy letter of apology,” the ex-governor says he will publish it in his forthcoming book.
However, in a letter obtained by The Whisperer and dated January 28, 2025, Anyanwu—through her lawyer, Umeh Kalu (SAN)—stated that the allegations made by Ohakim in the media interview have harmed her reputation.
The letter stated that the allegations “are deliberately calculated to damage (and have indeed damaged) her integrity, image, and reputation, which she has carefully built up over the years.”
Kalu demanded a retraction of the statements, stating that they “do not represent the character of our client.”
“In the circumstance, it is our client’s demand that you publish or cause to be published, in two (2) national newspapers—including The Nation newspaper—a retraction of the offensive statements concerning her, as contained in the media publications of your interview and the press release made at your instance, within seven (7) days from the date of your receipt of this letter,” the letter read.
It added that legal remedies would follow if the former governor fails to comply with the demands.
See letter below: