The palace of EZE OF ORLU in IMO state receives was burnt last night. This is the house of that king that made a declaration with his colleagues that whoever votes against HOPE in this IMO STATE GOVERNORSHIP ELECTION will die.
Two years ago he rained curses of his citizens too
The Imo State Council of Traditional Rulers led by His Royal Majesty, Eze E.C Okeke, Eze Udo II of Amaifeke in Orlu LGA of Imo State, have warned those who may be sponsoring and fuelling crisis in the state to desist forthwith or receive a rain of curses from the traditional institution.
Eze Okeke who is also the Imo State chairman of Community Policing, in a communiqué signed by the traditional rulers, noted with dismay the wanton destruction of lives and property by ‘unknown gunmen’ in the state, describing it as politically motivated.
The communiqué condemned the recent attack on the governor’s house in Omuma and other vital state facilities including the Imo State correctional centre and police stations.
Unknown gunmen have set ablaze the palace of the traditional ruler of Ndia Iche Arondizuogu community in Ideato North local government area of Imo State, Eze Kanu Ikenolu.
The incident has created palpable tension in the community as villagers, including members of the household of the monarch, have fled for safety.
LEADERSHIP gathered that on arrival at the palace, the attackers threw explosives into the mansion, which led to the burning of the house and vehicles parked within the premises.
Our correspondent learnt that the royal compound, which houses the traditional ruler’s home and his palace, was heavily damaged by the invaders.
An eyewitness’ account revealed that properties worth millions of Naira were damaged by the hoodlums.
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That’s the republican spirit Ndigbo are known for. No monarch or political leaser can force their preferences on the people. Unlike in some parts of the country where the monarch’s or political leader’s directive must be followed. Ndigbo nor dey do folo-folo
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