By Our Correspondent <\/p>\n
In a bid to ensure peaceful co-exitence among the Igbos in diaspora,Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide has distanced itself from the controversial installation of an \u201cIgwe Ndigbo na East London\u201d in South Africa, describing the move as lacking legal backing and fueling unnecessary tension.<\/p>\n
In a statement issued on March 31, 2026, the group\u2019s National Publicity Secretary, Ezechi Chukwu, expressed concern over the developments in East London and condemned the violence that followed.<\/p>\n
\u201cOhanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide\u2026 has noted with dismay the recent developments in East London, South Africa, particularly the tensions arising from the said installation of an \u2018Igwe Ndigbo na East London,\u2019\u201d the statement read.<\/p>\n
The organisation decried the attacks and destruction of property linked to the controversy, urging authorities to act swiftly to prevent further escalation.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe express deep concern over the resulting disturbances, condemn the unwarranted attacks on innocent persons and destruction of property and call on relevant authorities to take necessary steps to prevent further escalation,\u201d it stated.
\nReaffirming the peaceful nature of the Igbo people, Ohanaeze said it does not support any action that violates the laws or customs of host countries.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe Igbo people are globally known for their peaceful disposition\u2026 Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide unequivocally dissociates itself from any action or conduct that contravenes the laws, customs and traditions of the host countries of its people,\u201d Chukwu said.<\/p>\n
The group clarified that the said installation in South Africa holds no legal authority.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe wish to clarify that, to the best of our knowledge, the said installation in East London only amounts to a mere nominal observance since it is not backed by any law,\u201d the statement added.<\/p>\n
Ohanaeze further stressed that, in line with the South East Council of Traditional Rulers, it does not recognise the conferment of the \u201cEze Ndigbo\u201d title outside Igbo land.<\/p>\n
\u201cOur diaspora communities\u2026 are once more advised to adopt non-kingship designation such as \u2018Onyendu,\u2019 for the avoidance of misrepresentation,\u201d it said.<\/p>\n
The organisation called on Igbo communities abroad to remain law-abiding and respectful of their host environments, while appealing to South African authorities and citizens to sustain peaceful coexistence.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe urge all Igbo people in the diaspora to continue to conduct themselves with discipline, dignity and full respect for the laws and traditions of their host countries,\u201d Chukwu stated.<\/p>\n
It concluded with a call for dialogue and restraint, urging all parties to embrace peace and mutual respect amid the tensions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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