By Magnus Effiong
Governor Bassey Otu has suspended the Clan Head of Akansoko, HRH Etinyin Archibong Ita and that of Atimbo, HRH Etinyin Ekpenyong Ekpo Asuquo, in Akpabuyo local government area, for acts bordering on insubordination.
This is coming two days after the HRH Etinyin Ita, who claimed to speak for other clan heads, raised objection to the appointment of HRH Etinyin Francis Effiom Edem as acting Paramount Ruler of Akpabuyo.
A press release signed by Gill Nsa, Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, and titled ‘Suspension of Two Clan Heads in Akpabuyo for Insubordination,’ said the suspension of both HRH Ita and HRH Asuquo were indefinite.
The release read in part: “His Excellency the Governor of Cross River State, Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu has received report of unacceptable acts of insubordination by two clan
heads in Akpabuyo Traditional Rulers Council.
“The two: HRH Etinyin Ekpenyong Ekpo Asuquo (Clan Head of Atimbo) and HRH Etinyin Archibong Ita Le’Nelson (Clan Head of Akansoko) vehemently countered the directives of the Governor aimed at maintaining peace and orderliness in the leadership position of the Akpabuyo Traditional Rulers Council.
“Accordingly, the so mentioned persons; HRH Etinyin Ekpenyong Ekpo Asuquo (Clan Head of Atimbo) and HRH Etinyin Archibong Ita Le’Nelson (Clan Head of
Akansoko) are hereby suspended indefinitely.
“More so, they are not expected to parade themselves anywhere and in any form as Clan Heads until further notice.
“This directive takes immediate effect. In their stead, acting clan heads will be announced by the Governor.”
