The Anambra State Commissioner for Information, Dr. Law Mefor, has announced that proponents of Oke-Ite and Odieshi magic may be employed by the state government if forensic tests clear them of any criminal involvement and prove their practices effective.
According to Mefor, those found innocent would be employed in the state’s revenue and security sectors.
Mefor spoke at a stakeholders’ partnership town hall meeting organized by the Anambra Police Stakeholders Partnership Forum (PSPF) in collaboration with RULAAC, with support from the Rule of Law and Anti-Corruption (RoLAC) program, implemented by the IDEA.
Oke-Ite is a ritual practised for quick financial gain, while Odieshi is a charm believed to offer protection against gunshots or bullets.
As part of efforts to sanitize Anambra State of crime and criminalities, top proponents of these magical acts have been arrested and detained for investigations.
Mefor revealed that many of these magicians are currently in detention and undergoing forensic investigation.
He explained that Ifat the end of the investigation, nothing incriminating is found about their art and craft, the state government may employ them.
Mefor emphasized the state’s commitment to restoring core Igbo values, including hard work, fear of God, respect for elders, and human dignity.
He also condemned the use of human parts in rituals by some fake pastors and native doctors.
