The Enugu State Government has suspended three traditional rulers and four Presidents-General in Ezeagu Local Government Area over alleged security-related misconduct, reaffirming its commitment to tackling insecurity across the state.
The suspension was announced on Thursday by the Commissioner for Chieftaincy Affairs, Dr. Charles Egumgbe, in a statement issued by the ministry’s Public Relations Officer, Emeka Nebeife.
Those affected are Igwe C. Ozoigbokwe of Umuaji, Imezi Owa Autonomous Community; Igwe Leo Nechi of Imezi Owa Autonomous Community; and Igwe Benedict Adinde of Umuagba Autonomous Community.
Also suspended are Samson Ike of Umuagba Owa Town Union, Remigus Ozoanya of Ezema Owa Town Union, Peter Igwebuike of Imezi Owa Town Union and Chief Lazarus Ejim of Ogwumike Owa Town Union.
According to the state government, the affected community leaders were suspended over alleged acts of misconduct linked to security breaches within their respective communities.
Egumgbe said the alleged actions were inconsistent with Governor Peter Mbah’s zero-tolerance policy on insecurity and had undermined the administration’s sustained efforts to safeguard lives and property across the state.
He noted that the conduct of the suspended officials had brought embarrassment to the government and diminished the integrity of the traditional institution in Enugu State.
“Their actions have not only embarrassed the state and undermined the huge investments made by Governor Peter Mbah in protecting lives and property, but have also brought the traditional institution into disrepute,” the commissioner stated.
He explained that the suspension was effected in accordance with the Enugu State Traditional Rulers Law, 2024, and the Town Union Registration and Administration Law, 2025.
Although the government did not disclose the specific allegations against the affected leaders, Egumgbe said the suspension took effect on July 15, 2026, and would remain in force pending the conclusion of ongoing investigations.
He added that further administrative measures would be taken based on the outcome of the investigation and in line with the relevant provisions of the law.
