Urbanscoopnews reporting
Ekpoma, Edo State — In a bold and culturally grounded response to the growing threat of kidnapping and violent crime, the Onojie of Ekpoma, His Royal Highness Kingdom Anthony Abumere, has taken a firm spiritual and moral stand against insecurity in Ekpoma Kingdom and across Esan West Local Government Area of Edo State.
The revered traditional ruler, whose authority is deeply rooted in centuries of Esan history and custom, has initiated a coordinated spiritual and communal intervention aimed at restoring peace, safeguarding lives, and reaffirming Ekpoma’s long-standing reputation as a land of order, scholarship, and enterprise. Palace sources describe the initiative as a necessary response to actions that threaten the moral fabric and collective safety of the kingdom.
Rather than relying solely on conventional security measures, the Onojie’s approach reflects the enduring African understanding that security is both physical and spiritual. Through traditional prayers, ancestral rites, and moral declarations, the monarch has invoked the cultural and spiritual forces of the land to confront criminal elements, expose hidden networks, and cleanse Ekpoma of violence and fear.
Community elders explain that such spiritual actions carry profound significance within Esan cosmology, where the land, the ancestors, and the people are inseparably linked. Acts of kidnapping and bloodshed are regarded not only as crimes against individuals but as violations against the land itself, capable of attracting collective calamity if left unaddressed.
Beyond the spiritual dimension, the monarch has issued a strong moral call to the people of Ekpoma. Parents, youths, community leaders, market associations, and transport operators have been urged to reject all forms of complicity in criminal activities and to actively protect their communities through vigilance and responsible conduct. The message is clear: Ekpoma Kingdom will not harbour those who profit from fear or violence.
The palace has also emphasized that the traditional institution stands in support of statutory security agencies, encouraging cooperation, intelligence sharing, and trust between residents and law enforcement authorities. According to local observers, the involvement of the Onojie has strengthened community confidence and reinforced the collective resolve to resist criminal infiltration.
As insecurity continues to challenge many parts of Nigeria, the intervention of the Onojie of Ekpoma underscores the continuing relevance of traditional leadership in contemporary governance and security discourse. By uniting spiritual authority, cultural values, and communal responsibility, the monarch has positioned Ekpoma Kingdom as a community determined to confront insecurity with unity, courage, and moral clarity.
For the people of Ekpoma, the message resonates deeply: when the throne rises in defence of the land, peace becomes not just a hope, but a shared duty.
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