Anambra State Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo has announced an immediate ceasefire agreement between parties involved in the Aguleri–Umuoba Anam crisis, alongside plans for prosecutions, reconstruction of the destroyed Idigo Palace and a four-month Commission of Inquiry into the dispute.
In a statement dated October 7, 2026, Governor Soludo said he had met with stakeholders representing both sides of the Aguleri–Umuoba Anam crisis, including representatives of neighbouring Umueri communities and the extended Anam clan. He expressed deep concern over the loss of innocent lives, including that of a minor, the destruction of property and the desecration of the Idigo Palace.
The governor said the parties had agreed to an immediate and total cessation of hostilities. He maintained that no community had the right to take lives or resort to self-help and warned that the state government would not tolerate any further breakdown of law and order in the affected area.
On accountability, Soludo said everyone involved in the killings and destruction would be identified, arrested and prosecuted according to law. He also called on traditional rulers and Presidents-General of communities to become more proactive and responsible in resolving communal disputes before they escalate into violence.
The governor directed the state government to assist in rebuilding the destroyed Idigo Palace, describing it as a symbol of Anambra's heritage, identity and traditional authority. He also announced plans to establish a Commission of Inquiry to examine historical complaints, petitions and issues connected with the crisis, with four months allowed for the commission to submit its report.
Soludo said security agencies had been directed to maintain a full presence in the affected communities to enforce peace. The announced measures combine a ceasefire, security deployment, prospective criminal proceedings, palace reconstruction and a formal review of the dispute; their effectiveness will depend on implementation and sustained compliance by the parties.