Title: Nwifuru Condemns Abduction of Ebonyi Monarch, Orders Swift Security Action Date Published: 02 March 2026 Description: Governor Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru has strongly condemned the abduction of Ezeogo Francis Igwe, the traditional ruler of Ndufu-Alike in Ikwo Local Government Area of Ebonyi State.The monarch was reportedly waylaid and kidnapped by suspected hoodlums on Sunday morning, March 1, 2026, along the Nwakpu axis of Ikwo LGA in the Ebonyi Central Senatorial District while on his way to church.Describing the incident as disturbing and unacceptable, Governor Nwifuru expressed deep concern over the attack on the revered royal father, who is also the father of the immediate past Deputy Governor of the state. He stressed that criminal acts against innocent citizens, particularly respected community leaders, would not be tolerated.The Governor said the state government had activated all necessary security and intelligence mechanisms to ensure the monarch’s safe and immediate release. He directed all security agencies in the state to collaborate closely to track down the perpetrators and bring them to justice, assuring that every available resource would be deployed to prevent a recurrence.Governor Nwifuru also conveyed his solidarity with the family of the abducted monarch and the people of Ikwo Local Government Area, urging residents to remain calm but vigilant and to provide credible information that could aid ongoing operations.Reaffirming his administration’s commitment to the protection of lives and property, the Governor warned that Ebonyi State would not become a haven for criminal elements. He further appealed to the abductors to release the traditional ruler unconditionally, warning that the full weight of the law would be applied against anyone found culpable.He expressed confidence that with public cooperation and the dedication of security agencies, the abducted royal father would soon be reunited with his family. Attached Images: f003e5e2c49bf1ddabbe14ff5f40964945c17bbcb5064bf0c450fe3b88c26c55.jpg Attached Video: None