Epiphany Azinge, the Asagba of Asaba
Epiphany Azinge, the Asagba of Asaba, has excused himself from serving as chairman of the technical committee for the proposed Anioma state.
The monarch announced his withdrawal in a statement issued on Friday by Jude Mgbeze, his personal secretary.
He said he remains “irreversibly committed” to the creation of Anioma state within its “historically recognised Anioma entity”.
He said his decision was informed by “irreconcilable differences” over the “boundaries and delineation” of the territory that would constitute the proposed state.
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He also alleged “clandestine and delusional complicity” to relocate the capital of the proposed state from Asaba.
“As the Traditional Ruler of Asaba, HRM, the Asagba of Asaba, cannot be seen to be presiding over the liquidation and decimation of his kingdom,” the statement reads.
“HRM’s Oath of Office enjoins him, at all times, to protect, preserve and defend the interest and wellbeing of Asaba people.
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“Any thing, whatsoever, that will lead HRM to compromise his oath of office will always be rejected.”
