Anambra Monarch dies, days after pardon from Gov Obiano

The traditional ruler of Igbariam community in Anambra East Local Government Area of Anambra State, HRH Igwe Nkeli Nzekwe is dead.

Reports gathered that the monarch died seven days after the state government had lifted his suspension as the traditional ruler of the community.

Nzekwe, who was among the 13 monarchs suspended for travelling to Abuja without obtaining permission from the state government, had his suspension lifted on  December 31, 2020.

He died a few days after his Ofala festival on January 4, 2021.

The monarch had celebrated his 30th Ofala festival on January 4, 2021 and died on the night of January 7 at his palace over an undisclosed ailment.

A source, who did not want his name in print, said that the traditional ruler died in his house and was also buried the same day in his compound in Igbariam according to the tradition.

Before his death, he was the chairman, Board of Trustees of the splinter Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide General Assembly, which is kicking against the ongoing election.

The state Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment Mr C. Don, confirming the death, said that the state government has not been officially notified of his death.