CORONATION Turns BLOODY As Mob Enters Venue, Sets Cars, Houses Ablaze, Did This To Magistrate, Cops
A violent confrontation erupted in Nkomoro community, Ezza North local government area of Ebonyi state, during the coronation ceremony of the traditional ruler, resulting in attacks on journalists, policemen, soldiers, a magistrate, and other individuals. The community has been embroiled in a kingship tussle, with some members. opposing the imposition of Chief Jacob Nwakpa as their traditional ruler.
The coronation ceremony turned chaotic when irate youths, armed with weapons, vandalized vehicles, including those of journalists, military personnel, and a magistrate. The youths also attacked government officials, destroyed motorcycles and tricycles, and burned houses and properties of those who supported Chief Nwakpa’s coronation.
The violence was sparked by a letter from the State Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, ordering the coronation of Chief Nwakpa, which was opposed by some community members. A court restraining order was presented, but the state government team proceeded with the coronation, leading to the outbreak of violence.
The journalists who escaped the attack included Uchenna Inya of The Sun Newspaper, Godwin Oguta and Chinelo Okoro of EBBC and Radio Nigeria. The magistrate, Amaechi Nwakpa, and other officials were also targeted. The community has been at loggerheads over the kingship issue, with petitions and protests preceding the violent confrontation.
The incident highlights the intensity of the conflict and the need for a peaceful resolution. The state government must intervene to address the underlying issues and ensure the safety of the community members. The attack on journalists, security personnel, and other individuals is condemned, and those responsible must be brought to justice.
The violence has left many in shock and fear, with many calling for calm and restraint. The community is still reeling from the aftermath of the attack, with many properties destroyed and many injured. The incident has also raised questions about the role of the state government in the conflict and their handling of the situation.
The kingship tussle in Nkomoro community has been a long-standing issue, with many factions vying for power. The imposition of Chief Nwakpa as the traditional ruler has been met with resistance from some quarters, leading to the violent confrontation. The community is now calling for a peaceful resolution to the conflict and an end to the violence. In conclusion, the violent confrontation in Nkomoro community is a stark reminder of the dangers of conflict and the need for peaceful resolution. The state government must take immediate action to address the underlying issues and ensure the safety of the community members. The attack on journalists, security personnel, and other individuals is condemned, and those responsible must be brought to justice.
