From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki
Ebonyi State governor, Francis Nwifuru has described the killing of the traditional ruler of Ishinkwo community, Onicha Local Government Area of the state, HRH Jehoshaphat Ikegwu, as an attack on the revered traditional institution, assault on the peace, unity, and collective conscience of the state.
Ikegwu was shot dead in his palace on Wednesday night in his wife’s presence.
Nwifuru, who condemned the killing, further described it as barbaric.
He ordered the state’s joint security architecture to immediately unravel the circumstances surrounding the murder of the traditional ruler.
“It is with a heart weighed down by grief and deep anguish that I condemn the gruesome and senseless murder of His Royal Highness, Ezeogo Josephat Ikegwu of Ishinkwo Community in Onicha Local Government Area.
“This tragic and barbaric act is not only an attack on our revered traditional institution, but a direct assault on the peace, unity, and collective conscience of our dear Ebonyi State”, he said.
He condoled with the family of the late monarch even as he awaits further security briefings on the tragic matter.
“I extend my deepest condolences to the family of the late monarch, the good people of Ishinkwo Community, and the entire Onicha Local Government Area.
“Let me assure the people of Ebonyi State particular the Ishinkwo people of Onicha that this administration will not fold its arms in the face of such evil.
“Government has already taken decisive and strategic actions to address the incessant killings and restore lasting peace across our state.
“Security agencies have been fully mobilised and directed to ensure that the perpetrators of this heinous crime are swiftly apprehended and brought to justice,” Nwifuru said.
While vowing no sacred cows, the governor insists that no individual or group, no matter how highly placed or connected, will be spared if found culpable.
“The sanctity of human life remains non-negotiable under my watch,” the governor stated.
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