President Tinubu Mourns Ebonyi Traditional Ruler, Eze Francis Eze Igwe

By Micheal Chukwuebuka

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed sorrow over the passing of His Royal Highness, Eze Francis Eze Igwe, Agom Ugabala II of Ndufu Alike Autonomous Community in Ikwo Local Government Area of Ebonyi State.

In a condolence message personally issued, the President described the late traditional ruler as a custodian of culture, a repository of wisdom and a symbol of unity whose life and service left an enduring impact on his people.

The statement further notes that traditional rulers play an important role in preserving cultural heritage, promoting communal harmony and fostering peace and understanding among the people.

President Tinubu extended his condolences to the late monarch’s son, Dr Eric Kelechi Igwe, former Deputy Governor of Ebonyi State, his immediate and extended family, associates and the State Traditional Council.

The statement urged the people of Ndufu Alike Autonomous Community to honour the monarch’s memory by upholding the values of unity, peace, mutual respect and community development.

The President prayed that Almighty God would grant the deceased eternal rest and give his family, community and all those mourning him the strength to bear the loss.