The Obi of Onitsha, Igwe Nnaemeka Achebe, has refuted allegations that he issued a warning to Northern youths following the gruesome k!lling of some Northerners in the Edo State.
The monarch stated that he never issued any statement concerning the death of the 16 hunters in the Uromi area of Edo State.
He made the statement in reaction to claims that he threatened northern youths against any reprisal attacks on Igbos over the k!lling of the 16 hunters.
Speaking via a statement by his Chief of Staff, Osita Anionwu, Achebe described the claim as “inaccurate” and “inflammatory”
The statement reads: “The Palace of the Obi of Onitsha wishes to inform the general public that His Majesty, Nnaemeka Achebe (Agbogidi), has made no statement regarding the recent k!lling of northerners in Edo state.
“Furthermore, he has issued no warnings to anyone on the matter. This is another instance in a growing pattern of attributing fake statements to His Majesty, with the aim of stirring disaffection.“
The statement said Achebe is committed to peace and harmony among all Nigerians.
“The statement attributed to him is not only inaccurate but also inflammatory. We urge the public to disregard the fabricated statement and instead focus on promoting unity and understanding.”
