Investigative Report: The Rise of Man Pass Man — From Feared Dibia to Security Asset in Anambra
In the shifting landscape of Anambra State security, one figure stands out as both controversial and unexpectedly indispensable: a man widely known by his street name, “Man Pass Man” of Oraifite. Once dismissed as a flamboyant ritualist and suspected criminal, he has now emerged as a central player in Governor Charles Soludo’s grassroots security architecture. This report examines the paradox of his transformation—from a figure of public disdain to the leader of a formidable security task force—raising questions about morality, state legitimacy, and the blurred lines between crime and order.
Before his recent rebranding, “Man Pass Man” was not a name spoken with admiration. Residents of Oraifite and beyond often linked him to ritual practices, ostentatious wealth, and associations with individuals described as “odd” or outside the law. His public image placed him firmly in the category of men feared but rarely respected.
In a society where traditional healers (dibias) often straddle the thin line between cultural mysticism and suspicion of criminality, his reputation was cemented as one of notoriety rather than community service. Yet, it is precisely this background that makes his subsequent shift so remarkable.
Sources within the Anambra security network recount that when Governor Soludo intensified pressure on dibias believed to be aiding criminal networks, “Man Pass Man” opted to surrender voluntarily. His decision reportedly came through mediation by Ken Emeakayi, the leader of Agunaechemba Security, a state-backed vigilante group.
Rather than resist the clampdown, he aligned himself with state security, openly abandoning his traditional “Igwo Ogwu” practices. This act of submission marked the beginning of an unlikely partnership.
His security potential quickly caught the attention of both Emeakayi and Soludo. Despite public skepticism, the government absorbed him into UdoGaChi, a joint security coalition that unites the Nigerian Army, DSS, Police, Anambra Vigilante Group (AVG), and Agunaechemba operatives.
In an unprecedented move, “Man Pass Man” was appointed the leader of UdoGaChi in Oraifite—ironically, the home community of billionaire philanthropist Sir Emeka Offor. Under his command, Oraifite rapidly transformed into one of the safest communities in Anambra South.
Reports suggest that he commands a well-armed force of over 50 men, leading them personally on operations, sometimes drawing upon a mix of tactical weaponry and traditional spiritual protection.
His defining moment came during the Achalla forest raids in Awka North, a stronghold of kidnappers notorious for high-profile abductions. The kidnappers, active since 2019, were responsible for multiple crimes, including the abduction of a factory investor for whom they demanded ₦80 million ransom and a Toyota Tundra.
While elite security outfits such as the Police Special Squad, PSS, and GSS reportedly hesitated to enter the forest, “Man Pass Man” and his team took the frontline. They confronted the gang, long thought to be a formidable militant-style group. In reality, they were fewer in number but heavily armed, led by a feared figure known only as “Small.”
Against expectations, “Man Pass Man’s” forces apprehended the criminals alive, dismantling a network that had terrorized parts of Anambra for years. This victory solidified his new reputation as a grassroots defender of the people.
While many citizens now applaud him, others remain skeptical. How does a man once branded a ritualist and suspected criminal suddenly become entrusted with the lives of Ndi Anambra? Critics argue that this move reflects a deeper crisis in governance: the state’s reliance on figures with questionable pasts to secure fragile peace.
One security analyst compared the arrangement to “leaving your young maid with a husband known for infidelity”—suggesting that trust in such alliances may be dangerously misplaced.
Governor Soludo and his security advisers appear to have taken a calculated gamble: if men like “Man Pass Man” could terrorize communities outside state control, then bringing them into the fold may be a lesser evil.
For now, the gamble has paid off. Communities like Oraifite are safer, and notorious forests once considered no-go zones are being reclaimed. But the long-term sustainability of this approach remains uncertain. What happens if “Man Pass Man” decides to return to his old ways? What safeguards exist to prevent a relapse?
The story of “Man Pass Man” is a case study in the blurred boundaries between crime and governance, fear and trust, notoriety and heroism. His transformation from a feared dibia into a frontline security leader illustrates both the adaptability of local actors and the vulnerability of state institutions struggling to combat insecurity.
For Ndi Anambra, the present reality is one of cautious gratitude: a man once mistrusted is now delivering safety. But the enduring question remains—is this redemption, or simply a tactical truce with the underworld?
Exerpt From Ikey Orji
This man here deserves a clap and Promotion
This man here is named Man pass Man na Oraifite
Ordinarily, people of high decency like myself and others dislike him
He does all manner of Rituals, display and flaunt immeasurable wealth and mingle with the “ODD”
Which means some people see him as a “Criminal” before now
But today, Ndi Anambra deserves to say thank you to him and apologise
This man here upon hearing that Soludo is after his fellow dibias, he stopped his “Igwo ogwu”
He then surrendered himself under the government through Ken Emeakayi (Leader Agunaechemba security)
From there he was merged with UdoGaChi and his security potentials were seen
I was wondering why Soludo and Ken decided to romance with someone of such repute, even trusting him with the lives of Ndi Anambra
Because you can’t keep your 25 yr old maid or sister with your 39 year old husband in the same house, just to embark on a 6 months business trip
He will surely mayonaise her Tampico same night you left.
She’ll become the madam of the house before you return
The government started falling in love with his security approach
He helped in apprehending crim.inals and they finally romanced with him
Man pass man was finally made the leader of UdoGaChi in Oraifite (Sir Emeka Offor’s village)
UdoGaChi is a conglomeration of army, DSS Police, AVG and Agunaechemba
Firstly, he secured his community in Oraifite, making it one of the safest communities in Anambra south
Man pass man had these force units under him. He embarks on operations with well equipped ammunitions
Also a huge chunk of security men totalling over 50
When the report of Achalla Awka north forest came via kidnappers, the government thought these boys in the bush are many
These boys have been operating in Achalla forest beyond 2024, they kidnapped someone earlier on and collected about 80 million and a tundra
The man was building a factory here
They are the boys responsible for the kidnap of Obikwelugo Nony ‘s friend
Remember nony posted two months ago that Achalla forest should be invaded the night his friend was ki.ndnapped
Ekelebe no gree enter bush, those trained for war didn’t, even PSS, GSS, and all the Ssssssss didn’t enter
Man pass man then summoned courage and took the lead with his boys
He might have added plenty JuJu too. Not a little Otumokpo, thinking they’re about to Face Niger Delta militants
We never knew they were just few , terrorising the whole Anambra State
They’re two groups, the one headed by the most feared “small”, they caught all of them alive
Small has been ste.aling since 2019 with a.rms
This is what Ken Emeakayi achieved through “man pass man”
Thank you man pass man , it takes an Ekperima to catch an Ekperima
Thank you nwoke oraifite for your service to Ndi Anambra, God bless you
Please don’t become stubborn tomorrow ooo
Aji do na ikpuu foziri obere, the ajii ebenatago
Si kpuchacha the Ikpuu ofuma. Ajii karia na ikpuu, si kpuo ya na ike
#vira
Source: Iykey Orji Facebook