Hundreds of youths and women in Umuoba Anam community in
Anambra East Local Government Area of Anambra State have embarked on nude
protest against their traditional ruler, Igwe G.A. Ekwealor.
They accused the monarch of allegedly supporting the
activities of herdsmen in the area.
The protesters claimed that their action was to appease the
gods following what they described as debasement of their land by their
traditional ruler.
They said the monarch allowed Fulani herdsmen into their
community where they had been attacking the people, especially farmers.
The monarch, however, denied the allegation, saying that he
had no hand in bringing the herdsmen to Umuoba Anam community.
In a chat with newsmen in Awka, Chairman of Anambra East
Traditional Rulers’ Council, Igwe Alex Edozieuno, the traditional ruler of
Mkpunabo Kingdom, said when the matter was brought to the council, it was
discussed and Igwe Ekwealor was subsequently absolved of any wrong doing.
Igwe Edozieuno said the council also invited elders of the
community who condemned the protesters and urged them to appease the gods for
their action.
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