Anambra Governor, Prof Chukwuma Soludo, has lifted the suspension of three traditional rulers in the state. They were suspended for conferring chieftaincy titles on the Senator representing Anambra South Senatorial District, Chief Ifeanyi Ubah and other persons.
The Governor has reinstated the suspended Neni monarch and forgave two others of their infractions. The decision was taken during a meeting attended by no fewer than 94 monarchs at the Governor’s Lodge, Amawbia, Awka South Local Government Area of the state, on Tuesday.
The traditional ruler of Neni, Igwe Damian Ezeani, was reinstated, while those of Ojoto and Aguluezechukwu were forgiven their infractions following their apologies. The Governor also addressed some of their welfare issues.
According to the press secretary to the governor, Mr Christian Aburime, “The Governor announced that with the apologies of the affected Traditional Rulers, the State government accepts their apologies, and subsequently reinstates the Traditional Ruler of Neni, and forgives the Traditional Rulers of Ojoto and Aguluezechukwu.
“Mr Governor further clarified the legal status of the Igwe Nawfia as advised by his legal team. As part of the vote of thanks, both the Obi of Onitsha and Igwe Ojoto passed the votes of thanks and requested for regular meetings with Mr Governor which Mr Governor graciously accepted to hold at least twice a year.
“The meeting ended on a high note with the traditional leaders having photo sessions with Mr Governor.”