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The Anambra State Government has officially dismissed a viral video depicting Ozonna Soludo, son of Governor Chukwuma Soludo, allegedly campaigning for Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate Peter Obi, labeling the footage as a complete fabrication and malicious misinformation.
In the widely circulated clip, Ozonna was portrayed dancing to music promoting Obi, with the official logo and image of the NDC presidential candidate superimposed over the video.
Reacting to the development in a press statement released on Tuesday, Dan Ezeigwe, Media Assistant to the Anambra State First Lady, clarified that the video was falsely attributed to Ozonna and was never created or published by him.
“The video being mischievously circulated and falsely attributed to Ozonna Soludo, son of Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, did not originate from him,” Ezeigwe stated. “Any attempt to associate him with the video is false, malicious, and entirely unacceptable.”
The statement went further to identify an individual allegedly connected to the creation and dissemination of the manipulated content, issuing a firm legal warning to those behind its distribution.
“We are well aware of an individual identified as Kelechi Simon, reportedly a medical radiographer residing in Delta State, who has been linked to the origin and circulation of this malicious video. Let it be clearly understood that we are watching this development closely,” the statement continued.
“Those peddling this misinformation are hereby warned to desist immediately. The laws against misinformation and libel remain in force, and anyone who engages in unlawful conduct should be prepared to face the full consequences.”
Ezeigwe emphasized that political activity must remain strictly within the bounds of legal and ethical conduct, warning that digital platforms are not immune to legal oversight.
“The internet is not a lawless territory, and political desperation is no defence against the law. Everyone is free to campaign for their preferred candidate, express political opinions, and engage in legitimate political debate. However, such freedom must not be abused through fabricated stories, malicious propaganda, or deliberate falsehoods.”
“Let this serve as a severe warning. Verify before you publish. Think before you share. Those who deliberately spread falsehoods should not assume they are beyond the reach of the law. A word is enough for the wise!” the statement concluded.
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