President Buhari Flays Killing Of Traditional Ruler In Imo State, Urges Security Agents To Fish Out Killers

By Ayodele Oni

Reactions have trailed the killing of a Monarch in Imo State. President Muhammadu Buhari condemned the heinous killing of His Royal Highness, Eze (Dr) Ignatius Asor, the Traditional Ruler of the Obudi-Agwa Community in Oguta Local Government Area of Imo.

Gunmen had on Monday invaded the Palace and killed five persons including the Traditional Ruler, two Palace Chiefs, and two other persons.

The assassins, according to a Police Statement, arrived the king’s palace in four vehicles and two motorcycles. 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.

While 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.

Apart from invading the community, the criminals also stormed neighbouring Mgbala community, shot a pregnant woman and a local security officer.

In a statement by his Media Aide, Malam Garba Shehu, on Tuesday in Abuja, the President directed Security Agencies in the State to thoroughly investigate the dastardly act.

He also urged them to ensure that the perpetrators face the full wrath of the law.

While commiserating with family, friends, the Obudi-Agwa community, as well as all those affected by the attacks, the President prayed for the speedy recovery of those injured.

Buhari acknowledged the spirited efforts by the Imo Government aimed at improving the security situation.

He, therefore, encouraged all Imo residents and citizens to robustly support the collective efforts of state actors and members of the local community to keep everyone safe.