The Abia State Government has officially removed HRM Eze Edward Ebere Eule as the traditional ruler of the Azumini autonomous community in Ukwa East LGA.
The removal follows his suspension from office in February 2024 for alleged misconduct and actions unbecoming of a traditional ruler.
A press statement signed by the Abia State Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Uzor Nwachukwu, announced that Governor Alex Otti has approved the withdrawal of Eze Eule’s staff of office and certificate of recognition.
The decision to remove the traditional ruler was based on his alleged refusal to comply with directives stipulated in a letter of suspension issued to him on February 23, 2024.
This action was in accordance with the provisions of sections 12, 14, and 20 of the Abia State Traditional Rulers and Autonomous Communities Amended Number 2 Law 2018.
The statement highlighted that the removal stemmed from allegations of misconduct against Eze Edward Ebere, prompting the state government to establish a panel of inquiry to investigate him.
The panel’s findings reportedly indicted the former traditional ruler.
Eze Edward Ebere has been advised to stop parading himself as the traditional ruler of the Azumini autonomous community and to return the staff of office and certificate of recognition within 14 days from the date of the announcement.
Additionally, all rights and privileges previously accorded to him have been withdrawn.
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