By Adenike Olowe
The Issele-Uku Community in Delta State's Aniocha North Local Government Area has taken a spiritual approach to combat kidnapping and other criminal activities plaguing the area. The community's traditional ruler, HRM Obi Nduka, led the initiative, citing the need for collective action against the menace.
The community has faced numerous incidents of kidnapping and killings in the first quarter of 2025, prompting the traditional ruler to seek spiritual solutions. The "Ine Ubi" ceremony, a form of spiritual cleansing, aims to ward off evil and lay curses on evildoers.
The traditional ruler expressed disappointment with the recent happenings and emphasized the community's peaceful nature.
He therefore urged the government and security agencies to step up their efforts to address the insecurity, while also calling on individuals to play their part in resolving the situation.
The community held a procession, terminating at the palace, where they laid curses on kidnappers, armed robbers, and other malefactors. The ceremony, attended by the nine villages of the community, featured participants carrying palm sticks, Bibles, and chaplets.
The traditional ruler emphasized the community's commitment to collaborating with the government and security agencies to find solutions to the insecurity. He also warned evildoers that their actions would have consequences, stating that the community would not tolerate criminal activities.
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