The traditional ruler of the Omor community in Ayamelum Local Government Area of Anambra State, His Royal Highness, Igwe Chris Oranu MON, has urged colleagues to desist from playing partisan politics in the state.
Igwe Oranu made the call while speaking to Journalists during at his palace, on Saturday.
He noted that traditional stool was a sacred position in the society and should be expected to serve the interest of the subjects.
The traditional ruler while reaffirming his commitment to non-partisanship as a traditional ruler, emphasized that a king should remain neutral in political matters, offering support to the government of the day.
“As a traditional custodian of a community, I am not to be partisan, I should be prostate. Whatever the state government is doing, I should support because I am not meant to be partisan,” he stated.
Igwe Oranu maintained that citizens of his community, including political figures, are his subjects. “As a king, everyone residing within my community is my child and should be loved with equal measures, including political gladiators. To that extent, I am Pro-Governor Soludo.”
He further expressed unalloyed support for the administration of Governor Chukwuma Soludo, noting that his loyalty lies in ensuring the welfare of the people through collaboration with the government.
The monarch explained that he sees his role as fostering unity and supporting policies that promote the development of Anambra State.
Addressing the upcoming local government elections in the state, Igwe Oranu highlighted the importance of the Anambra State Independent Electoral Commission (ANSIEC) in ensuring credible and transparent elections. He explained that ANSIEC is legally empowered to oversee the electoral processes in the state, noting that it was established under an enacted law.
The monarch who expressed confidence in the leadership of ANSIEC, chaired by Magistrate Genevieve Osakwe, praised the framework that guarantees the commission’s independence and operational integrity.
He described Magistrate Osakwe as an erudite scholar, well equipped to lead the commission through the upcoming local elections in delivering credible and transparent elections.
“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 hinges on the quality of leadership within ANSIEC. Magistrate Osakwe’s character and professional integrity make her well-suited for the task of ensuring free and fair elections.
Igwe Oranu, however, 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 meet its mandate and deliver an election process that reflects the will of the people.
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