Governor Charles Soludo of Anambra State has ordered traditional rulers in the state to revive vigilante groups in their respective domains to contain hoodlums unleasing terror in the state.
Soludo gave the order during a meeting with the monarchs and other stakeholders in Awka yesterday.
The latest attack by “unknown gunmen” was last Friday when five persons were killed in Osumenyi, Nnewi South Local Government Area.
The Governor said now was the time for the monarchs to take charge of the communities.
“Traditional rulers and presidents-general must take charge of their communities. You must re-examine and revamp your local vigilantes to forestall further breakdown of low and order.
“The culture of silence must stop. I’m sure you know the hoodlums and you must expose them on time before they strike.
“We must resurrect community participation and mobilise youths to take back our societies,” he said.
