Andoni Monarch Begs Wike For Time, over missing expatriates

Following the expiration of the 72 hours ultimatum issued by the Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, on the kidnap of expatriates by unknown gunmen in Andoni Local Government Area, the Chairman of Andoni Area Traditional Rulers Council, HRM King Dr. Aaron .M. Ikuru (Ikwut vii) Okaan Ama of Ikuru Town has appealed for an extension of time as the ultimatum given expires today.

The monarch who made this appeal during a press briefing in Port Harcourt said they are working tirelessly to ensure the safe release of the expatriates.

He appealed to the government to pardon the traditional rulers as they are working to ensure the safe release of the Lebanese expatriates who were constructing the Unity Road in Andoni, while believing that God will make it possible for their return in a short time.
King Dr .Ikuru added that “The kidnapping is pathetic and has aggrieved us. We the people of Andoni strongly condemn this treacherous act entirely, as it cannot be tolerated by the rulers of the LGA. Since the occurrence of this act, we the paramount rulers have not relented in our efforts to secure the release of the expatriates as well as bring the perpetrators of the evil act to book.
“We are also going round the communities to inform our people that any act of criminality forthwith should end in Andoni as it would not be acceptable and anyone involved in such act would be apprehended.
“We thank His Excellency, Chief Barr. NyesomWike the State Governor for everything he has been doing for the people of Andoni. We also want to let His Excellency know that the people of Andoni love him and will always support his administration.
Dr Ikuru further noted that machineries have been put in place to ensure that this act will not reoccur in Andoni, adding that the state government should trust the paramount rulers as they will continue to do their best to ensure peace and tranquility in Andoni.
calling on all citizens of Andoni to gathered at the Obolo Hall at Ngo town on Saturday for a crucial meeting, he urged youths of the community to shun short-cut to success through armed robbery and kidnapping which has brought shame and disgrace to the people of Andoni.