Protesters demand recognition of Ndiowu monarch in Anambra
Hundreds of Ndiowu community members gathered at the Anambra Government House to support their newly-elected monarch, Chief Chibuzor Okekeifi. The protesters insisted that Okekeifi was validly elected according to their community’s constitution, despite opposition from another group. They urged Governor Chukwuma Soludo to issue a certificate of return to Okekeifi. The demonstration followed a previous protest by those challenging the election results.
What we know
- Chief Chibuzor Okekeifi reportedly won the traditional ruler election with 506 valid votes, defeating four other contestants.
- The protestors asked Governor Chukwuma Soludo to recognize Okekeifi as the legitimate monarch.
- Another group had protested earlier, alleging constitutional breaches and the exclusion of women from the election.
- Christian Nnabuife, Chairman of Elders Council, stated that the 1990 constitution is the authentic guiding document for the community.
- Community leaders and representatives dismissed claims of women’s disenfranchisement, emphasizing that women do not participate in such elections.
