The distressing situation of Mrs. Chinenye Okonkwo, a widow from Oraifite in the Ekwusigo Local Government Area, has drawn significant attention.
Mrs. Okonkwo, forcefully ousted from her late husband’s property by her brother-in-law, finds herself battling for her rightful inheritance.
The plight of Mrs. Okonkwo caught the eye of Anambra State’s Commissioner for Women Affairs, Mrs. Ify Obinabo.
Addressing reporters during a visit to Oraifite on Thursday, the commissioner vowed to ensure justice prevails for the widow.
She underscored the protective umbrella of the state’s Violence Against Persons Act, stressing Mrs. Okonkwo’s entitlement to her late husband’s legacy.
In solidarity, Mrs. Ogechukwu Izuka, the president of the Oraifite Widows Association, alongside other widows, welcomed the commissioner.
The gathering signals a united front in seeking redress for Mrs. Okonkwo and others facing similar challenges.
The assurance from the Women Affairs Commissioner offers a ray of hope for Mrs. Okonkwo and underscores the government’s commitment to upholding the rights of vulnerable individuals in the state.
As the community rallies behind her cause, anticipation mounts for a resolution that restores justice and dignity to Mrs. Chinenye Okonkwo.