President Muhammadu Buhari has directed security agencies in Imo State, to investigate the murder of the traditional ruler of Obudi Agwa, Mr. Ignatius Asor, and three others in the state.
Mr. President, in a statement by his Senior Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu, condemned the attack and commiserated with the bereaved families. “The President directs security agencies in the state to thoroughly investigate the dastardly act and ensure that the perpetrators face the full wrath of the law,” the statement said.
“While commiserating with family, friends, the Obudi-Agwa community, as well as all those affected by the attacks, the President prays for the speedy recovery of those injured.
“President Buhari acknowledges the spirited efforts by the Imo State Government at improving the security situation and encourages all Imo residents and citizens to robustly support the collective efforts of state actors and members of the local community to keep everyone safe.”
Recall that Vigil360 reported that youths armed with guns invaded the palace of the traditional ruler where a dispute between locals was being arbitrated and opened fire on him.
The state Police Public Relations Officer, PPRO, Mike Abattam, while confirming the incident to newsmen in Owerri, said the hoodlums drove to the palace of the monarch and pretended to be persons in distress that needed help. It was when the monarch welcomed them into his palace that they, in the process, pulled out their guns and shot at the traditional ruler and two others.