The traditional ruler of Omor community in Ayamelum Local Government Area of Anambra State, His Royal Highness, Igwe Chris Oranu MON, has advised his fellow traditional rulers to refrain from engaging in partisan politics in the state.
Igwe Oranu made the appeal
while speaking to journalists over the weekend at his palace. He emphasized
that the traditional stool is a sacred institution meant to serve the interests
of the people, not political agendas.
Reaffirming his commitment to
neutrality as a traditional ruler, Igwe Oranu stressed that a king should
remain impartial in political matters, supporting the government of the day
without aligning with any political party.
"As a traditional
custodian of my community, I must not be partisan. I should remain neutral.
Whatever the state government is doing, I should support, but I am not meant to
take sides in politics," he stated.
Igwe Oranu emphasized that all citizens of his community, including political leaders, are his subjects. "As a king, everyone residing in my community is my child and should be treated with equal love and respect, including political gladiators. To that extent, I am Pro-Governor Soludo."
He expressed unwavering support
for Governor Chukwuma Soludo's administration, adding that his loyalty lies in
ensuring the well-being of his people through cooperation with the government.
The monarch explained that his
role is to foster unity and support policies that promote the development of
Anambra State.
Commenting on the upcoming
local government elections, Igwe Oranu highlighted the importance of the
Anambra State Independent Electoral Commission (ANSIEC) in ensuring credible
and transparent elections. He noted that ANSIEC is legally empowered to oversee
the electoral process, having been established under an enacted law.
Expressing confidence in the
leadership of ANSIEC, chaired by Magistrate Genevieve Osakwe, Igwe Oranu
praised the framework that guarantees the commission's independence and
operational integrity.
"ANSIEC is chaired by an
erudite scholar, Genevieve Osakwe, and I am confident she has what it takes to
deliver," Igwe Oranu stated.
According to him, "The
credibility of local elections depends on the quality of leadership within
ANSIEC. Magistrate Osakwe's character and professional integrity make her
well-suited to ensure free and fair elections."
Igwe Oranu called on all
stakeholders to support the leadership of ANSIEC as they prepare for the local
government elections. He noted that with capable hands at the helm, the
commission is well-positioned to fulfill its mandate and deliver an electoral process
that reflects the will of the people.
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