Supporters of pastor arraigned for abduction attack journalists in Anambra
Supporters of Pastor Harrison Anazodo, on trial for abduction and murder, attacked journalists at the Anambra State High Court, damaging their phones. Read More: https://punchng.com/supporters-of-pastor-arraigned-for-abduction-attack-journalists-in-anambra/
On Tuesday, supporters of Pastor Harrison Anazodo, the General Overseer of Dayspring Assembly in Anambra, entered the Anambra State High Court in Awka. The supporters, who were dressed in umbrellas and with their hands over their faces, attempted to smuggle the cleric into the courtroom. Eyewitnesses reported that the supporters pushed several journalists, damaging their mobile phones in the process.
The court was filled by the supporters, leaving no room for the press. The Anambra State Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Tobechukwu Nweke, had to enter the courtroom forcibly to inform the court of the incident. Nweke condemned the behavior, stating that journalists are the "eyes and ears of the public" and must be respected at all times.
The court accepted the supporters' apology and ordered the replacement of the damaged gadgets. The hearing in the case will remain public and accessible to the press, with no harassment allowed. Anazodo faces seven charges including alleged supernatural wealth accumulation, murder, abduction, and unlawful confinement.
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