Igwe Thomas Obidiegwu, the Traditional ruler of Ihiala community in Anambra State has declared a four-day mourning and prayers for one of her illustrious sons and Kingsman, Chief Donatus Onuchukwu and nine others including security operatives who were brutally massacred at the Onuchukwu’s family residence.
Angel Network News (ANN) recall that
the massacred happened during the preparations for the burial of their late mother, Mrs. Bridget Onuchukwu at Umuike Ubahuekwem Ihiala on December, 2024.
The mourning notice was contained in a statement signed and made available to Journalists in Awka, on Tuesday by the Palace secretary, Barrister Emmanuel Mkpo.
The mourning period started on Monday January 6th and will end on Thursday January 9th, 2025.
The statement explained that during the mourning period, a minute of silence will be observed at all public events and gatherings in Ihiala as a tribute to those who lost their lives in the heinous attack.
In addition, a comprehensive profiling of residents of the community will be conducted across all villages of Ihiala to ensure proper identification of residents, and promote heightened vigilance within the community as part of measures to address security concerns.
” Igwe Obidiegwu commended the promt and swift actions taken by the State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Charles Soludo and his declaration of a state of emergency on challenges of insecurity in Ihiala town as well as pledged full support to all initiatives aimed at restoring peace and security, in the community.
The statement further assured that the people of Ihiala stand united and will continue to support the governor’s efforts to ensure that justice is served, while fostering long-term peace and safety in the town.
