Nigerian President, Muhammadu Buhari has directed the security agencies to thoroughly investigate the dastardly killing of Monarch and chiefs in Imo State recently to ensure that perpetrators face the full wrath of the law.
In a statement released by the Senior Assistance to the President on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu on Tuesday, as the President condemned the heinous killing of Eze Ignitus Asor, the traditional ruler of the Obudi-Agwa community in Oguta Local Government Area of Imo State, and others.
While commiserating with family, friends, the Obudi-Agwa community, as well as all those affected by the attacks, President Buhari prayed for the speedy recovery of those injured.
He acknowledged the spirited efforts by the Imo State Government at improving the security situation and encourages all Imo residents, citizens to robustly support the collective efforts of state actors and members of the local community to keep everyone safe.
Gunmen invaded the Obudi Agwa community in Oguta local govt area of Imo state, killing five persons, including the traditional ruler of the community, Eze Ignitus Asor.
Daily Trust reported that some armed youths stormed the traditional ruler’s palace, where a dispute between locals was being arbitrated on Monday, November 14, and opened fire on him.
The assassins, according to a Police Statement, arrived the king’s palace in four vehicles and two motorcycles, while amongst them was a woman.
They sought audience with him, in pretence that they had an urgent matter to report to him. He allowed them in and as soon as they sat down, they brought out their guns, and opened fire.
Report has it that the Traditional Ruler, two palace chiefs and two other members of the community died on the spot, others, including the Traditional Prime Minister, Chief Stephen Ajoku, were injured.