By Musa Tanimu Nasidi
The planned celebration of 2024 Nupe Natives day and coronation of the Etsu of Lokoja by Mr Emmanuel Akami Soko Dauda Shelika,has been halted.
The directive was contained in a letter signed by the executive chairman of Lokoja local government area,
Comrade Abdullahi Adamu and made available to Newsmen in Lokoja on Thursday.
Below is the full Text of the letter:
RE: ETSU OF NUPE OF LOKOJA
Please refer to the proposed celebration/coronation of Etsu Nupe of Lokoja which is slated to take place on 21st December, 2024.
The Council as a constitutional authority is mindful of actions made by individuals and organizations.
It is quite apt to state here that the proposed title of Etsu Nupe of Lokoja is alien to our people and culture here in Lokoja and Is capable of generating into huge crisis.
We have a recognize traditional Institution in Lokoja and this proposed title has no history basis.
Therefore allowing the event to take place does not arise. Flowing from this and in consideration of the likely consequences, you are therefore informed of the disapproval of your request.
Furthermore, you are advice to stop parading yourself as the Etsu of Nupe Lokoja.
Security agencies have being notified of the Local Government position.
Please Please treat strictly,
Signed
Comr. Abdullahi Adamu Chairman.
The letter dated 19th December, 2024 was copied to all relevant security agencies.
Recalled that the Nupe Natives of Lokoja had planned to celebrate it 2024 Cultural Fiesta on Saturday, an event allegedly meant to show case the rich culture of the Nupes
