Buhari condemns killing of Eze Ignitius Asor, others, directs investigation; Police call for calm
By Ismaila Chafe, Abuja/Ikechukwu Iweajunwa, Owerri, Nov. 15, 2022
President Muhammadu Buhari has condemned the heinous killing of Eze Ignatius Asor, the traditional ruler of the Obudi-Agwa community in Oguta Local Government Area of Imo and others.
In a statement by his media aide, Malam Garba Shehu, on Tuesday in Abuja, the president directed security agencies in the State to thoroughly investigate the dastardly act.
He also urged them to 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 prayed for the speedy recovery of those injured.
Buhari acknowledged the spirited efforts by the Imo Government aimed at improving the security situation.
He, therefore, encouraged all Imo residents and citizens to robustly support the collective efforts of state actors and members of the local community to keep everyone safe.
Police call for calm over killing of Imo traditional ruler, 3 others
Meanwhile, the police in Imo has called for calm over the reported killing of Dr Asor, and three others by bandits.
This is contained in a statement by the command’s Spokesman, CSP Mike Abatam, on Tuesday in Owerri.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that gunmen on Monday invaded Obudi Agwa community in the Oguta Local Government Area of Imo and killed five persons including Asor.
“Preliminary investigation reveals that hoodlums came in four vehicles and two motorcycles in company of a woman.
“They also killed three other persons including a member of a local vigilance group in the area.
“The gunmen disguised themselves as persons in distress pretending to report an emergency situation to the traditional ruler,” he said.
He assured the community and the general public that investigation has begun, and that the command would leave no stone unturned until the perpetrators are arrested and made to face the full wrath of the law.
“The police seek the support of members of the community to provide credible information or report any clandestine activities in their communities,” he said.
