The Police Commissioner in Enugu State, Nwodibo Ekechukwu, has been relieved of his duty. His appointment was terminated on Wednesday, May 4, 2016, following a series of clashes between Enugu State residents and Fulani herdsmen.
It was gathered that Ekechukwu treated the killings in the state unprofessionally. It was alleged that he reported that what was happening in Enugu was the activity of hoodlums instead of herdsmen.
Enugu State has experienced significant bloodshed from attacks from Fulani herdsman and communal violence, including one attack in April leaving at least 48 people dead with houses and property burned to the ground.
The violence has sparked demonstrations across Nigeria and in cities across the world. Many protesters are calling for President Muhammadu Buhari to take action against the Fulani herdsmen and protect the lives of Nigerian civilians.
Ekechukwu is being replaced by CP Emmanuel Ojukwu, according to official statements.
.Source: Sahara Reporters
