The Oba of Benin, Omo N’Oba N’Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo Ewuare II has directed traditionalists across Edo South Senatorial District to deploy “spiritual warfare” and lay curses on perpetrators of banditry and other violent crimes.
Oba Ewuare gave the directive on Tuesday, during a meeting with native doctors, priests and priestesses at his palace in Benin.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) recalls that the Edo government also announced plans to establish special courts to handle armed robbery, kidnapping and ritual-related crimes, among others,, to fast-track judgment and punishment for criminals and serve as a deterrent to others.
He said the instruction came from God Almighty and his royal ancestors, following rising insecurity in Nigeria.
The Oba said the traditional institution must complement the government’s efforts to curb the menace.
