Gunmen raze another Imo paramount ruler’s palace

Gunmen have burnt down the palace of a paramount ruler of Ndia Iche Arondizuogu community in Ideato North local government area of Imo State, Eze Kanu Ikenolu.

This medium gathered that on arrival at the palace, the criminal elements threw explosives into the mansion, which unfortunately led to the burning of the house and vehicles parked within the premises.

It was learnt that the royal compound, which houses the traditional ruler’s home and his palace, was heavily damaged by the invaders.

Meanwhile, at the time of filing this report, the incident has created serious tension in the community as villagers, including members of the household of the monarch, have fled for safety.

However, the spokesman of the command, Henry Okoye while confirming the attack said that frantic investigation efforts are on top gear to arrest the culprits and bring them to face the law of the land.