Anambra State indigenes in Alor, under the Concerned Indigenes of Alor Ancient Kingdom in Idemili South Local Government Area, have sought the intervention of the state government over the actions of Collins Ebele Chukwumesili, who claims to be the traditional ruler of the community.

They said the state recognised His Royal Majesty, Igwe Chinedu Elibe Okonkwo (EzediIhamma III) as their monarch.

In a petition to the Commissioner of Police, Nnaghe Itam, and Commissioner for Local Government, Community and Chieftaincy Affairs, Tonycollins Nwabunwanne, by their lawyer A.K. Agbasiere, they called for a swift intervention to forestall a breakdown down of law and order in the community.

According to them, in Anambra, a traditional ruler must be recognised by the state government and be issued a certificate of recognition before his Igweship is recognised by the people.

This, they said, is as provided under sections 7 and 8 of the Traditional Rulers Law Revised Laws of Anambra State 1991.

They said Igwe Okonkwo was elected by his people and recognised by the government, adding that he has been performing his duties well.

They said contrary to the law, Chukwumesili has been addressing himself as the Igwe of Alor.

Igwe Okonkwo called on the authorities to intervene to prevent the breakdown of law and order.

He said it was imperative for the government’s intervention to uphold the rule of law and ensure the peace and order of the Alor Ancient Kingdom.

The monarch stressed the need to maintain the integrity of traditional leadership in Anambra.

Efforts to speak with Chukwumesili were unsuccessful as he did not respond to calls and messages.

Nwabunwanne confirmed that Igwe Okonkwo was recognised by the state government as the authentic monarch.

He stated, however, that the matter was a subject of litigation in court. (The Nation)

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