Acholi Team Captain Okello Tito Appeals for Support as Teammate Onek Alfred Faces Drug Charges in India
Emotions ran high as Acholi team captain Okello Tito broke down in tears while making a public appeal for assistance for his teammate and “brother,” Onek Alfred, who is currently detained in India over serious drug-related charges. According to reports, Onek Alfred was arrested in December 2023 at Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi. Authorities allege that he was found in possession of approximately 1.1 kilograms of suspected cocaine. The Indian government subsequently charged him under the stringent Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, a law known for its tough stance on drug trafficking and possession. Under this legislation, if convicted, Onek could face severe penalties ranging from 10 to 20 years in prison, depending on the court’s findings and the classification of the substance involved. Speaking with visible distress, Okello Tito described Onek as not just a teammate but a brother, emphasizing his importance both on and o...