Agaba the V!olent Anambra Masquerade has been arrested in by the police in the state after the masquerade caused serious breakdown of the laws in the state, and causing casuing accident an okada rider which resulted to near death.

Recall that the masquerade also went to an event, attacked a popular Anambra highlife musician by name Onowu Ugonabo who is also from that area.

Agaba the V!olent Anambra Masquerade

The Anambra State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of Agaba, the masquerade featured in a viral video that showed violent and unprovoked attacks on innocent residents in the Awgbu community, located in the Orumba North Local Government Area of the state.

In an official statement released on January 14, 2026, the Police labeled the incident a serious violation of public peace, emphasizing that the actions depicted in the video were unlawful, unacceptable, and intolerable in any context.

Agaba the V!olent Anambra Masquerade

According to the statement from the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, the Command acted quickly to take the masquerade into custody after the footage spread widely on social media, igniting outrage among Ndi Anambra and concerned Nigerians.

“The behavior of the masquerade, as shown in the viral video, is completely unacceptable, unlawful, and will not be tolerated under any circumstances,” the statement declared.

The Police stressed that cultural practices should never justify violence, intimidation, or attacks on innocent citizens, reiterating that public safety is a top priority.  Agaba the V!olent Anambra Masquerade

Authorities confirmed that Agaba is currently in police custody, and investigations are underway to identify and apprehend all individuals involved in the violent incident.  Agaba the V!olent Anambra Masquerade

The Command assured residents that no one would escape justice, regardless of their status or cultural background.

“Investigations are ongoing to ensure that everyone involved is held accountable,” SP Ikenga added.

The recent arrest has been met with widespread approval from the public, particularly among the residents of Awgbu and nearby areas, many of whom had been feeling anxious and upset after the incident.

This case has sparked a renewed national conversation about how masquerade activities should be regulated, the importance of community safety, and where we draw the line between cultural practices and criminal actions.

The Anambra State Police Command has urged everyone to stay calm and follow the law, promising to keep the public updated as the investigation unfolds.  Agaba the V!olent Anambra Masquerade

This situation serves as a powerful reminder that no tradition is above the law, and acts of violence against individuals cannot be justified in the name of culture.

What do you think?

Should we implement stricter regulations on masquerade activities across the state to prevent misuse and violence, or is it enough to focus on stronger enforcement?

Meanwhile; Mama Founded Mammy Market in the 1950s and so many years later Oxford dictionary picked it up and added as a word to define those markets you see around Army barracks and some times NYSC camps but mama died in 2025.

Mammy Maria Ochefu — the visionary behind Mammy Market, which she founded in the 1950s in Enugu — has officially secured her place in global history. What started as a humble marketplace catering to soldiers and their families within Nigerian military barracks has now blossomed into a term recognized worldwide, making its way into the Oxford Dictionary.

Indeed, Mammy Market — a name that resonates with millions of Nigerians — is now part of one of the most esteemed English dictionaries in the world.  Agaba the V!olent Anambra Masquerade

Back in the early 1950s, Mammy Maria Ochefu set up a small trading post within the army barracks in Enugu. Her mission was straightforward: to create a convenient spot where soldiers, their wives, and families could easily purchase food, household goods, and other necessities without having to leave the barracks.  Continue reading here

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