President Buhari directed security agencies in Imo to thoroughly investigate the dastardly act and ensure that the perpetrators face the full wrath of the law.
By Jeffrey Agbo
President Muhammadu Buhari has ordered investigation into the killing of Eze Ignitus Asor, the traditional ruler of the Obudi-Agwa community in Oguta Local Government Area of Imo State, and others.
According to the Imo Police spokesperson, Michael Abattam, gunmen disguised as people in distress and approached the royal father for help on Monday.
Abattam said the suspects who came in four vehicles and two motorcycles also had a female accomplice with them.
On entering the palace and identifying the monarch, the police said the gang shot at Asor.
“The unsuspecting Royal father allowed them into his palace, sat down with them, in the process of explaining the reason for their visit, they brought out guns, shot and killed the Eze and two of his aides, and hurriedly fled the palace,” Abattam said.
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A chief and another person were also killed in the attack.
In a statement on Tuesday, President Buhari directed security agencies in Imo to thoroughly investigate the dastardly act and 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 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,” the statement by the president’s spokesman, Garba Shehu, said.