Igbo leader Eze Chukwudi Jude Ihenetu (L) has sued Hassan Ayariga (R)
The Paramount Leader of the Igbo Community in Ghana, Eze Chukwudi Jude Ihenetu, has sued the founder of the All People’s Congress (APC), Hassan Ayariga, at the High Court in Accra over alleged defamatory statements.
The suit, filed on October 1, 2025, is in connection with comments Ayariga allegedly made during an interview on the Frontline Show on My CTV GH on July 19, 2025, which were also circulated on social media.
What Ayariga allegedly said
According to court documents, Ayariga is accused of describing Eze Ihenetu as a “scammer” and a “big problem” for some Nigerians in Ghana.
He is further alleged to have accused the Igbo leader of involvement in money laundering and hijacking funds, operating a human trafficking and prostitution network, and claiming that most Nigerian women in Ghana were under his control.
He is also accused of saying that Eze Ihenetu was “destroying Ghana” and needed to “leave the country.”
Reliefs being sought
Eze Ihenetu, who has lived in Ghana for over 30 years and runs businesses in both Ghana and Nigeria, insists the allegations are false, malicious, and damaging to his reputation. He claims the remarks have exposed him to public ridicule, death threats, and financial losses.
He is therefore seeking the following reliefs from the court:
A declaration that the statements were defamatory.
An order compelling Ayariga to retract and apologise through the same media outlets.
GH¢50 million in general damages.
USD 5.6 million in special damages for the cancellation of two business contracts — a poultry farm and a funeral home project.
A perpetual injunction to restrain Ayariga from repeating similar claims.
Eze Ihenetu is being represented by Muniru M. Kassim, Esq. of Obour, Minta & Co. Solicitors. The court has directed Ayariga to enter an appearance within eight days of receiving the writ.
