By Chinaza Osigwe
In a bid to rid Anambra State of unwholesome activities, native doctors operating under the umbrella of “Odinala Orumba South” have taken an oath to ostracize any member found engaging in unethical activities.
The oath-taking ceremony, which took place at the Izo Mmili shrine in Umunze, Orumba South Local Government Area, is a significant step towards promoting ethical practices among native doctors in the state.
According to the Chairman of “Odinala Orumba South,” Mr. Christian Umeh, the oath-taking measure is aimed at maintaining ethical standards and removing any members who act unethically. Umeh noted that the exercise is also designed to prevent compromise among those tasked with identifying and prosecuting “evil native doctors.”
The move is in line with Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s recent establishment of ‘Agunaechemba’, a security network aimed at ridding the state of “fake and devilish” native doctors involved in criminal activities, such as preparing charms for kidnappers, armed robbers, and ritualists.
The Chairman of Orumba South Local Government Area, Mr. Shedrack Azubuike, represented by Mr. King Nwabueze, expressed support for the exercise, stating that it aligns with the governor’s mission to “cleanse and make the state liveable and prosperous.”
One of the native doctors, Mr. John Ahamkonye, also expressed support for the exercise, citing the growing concern over the proliferation of fake native doctors in the community.
The native doctors who could not participate in the oath-taking ceremony have been given until next Monday to do so.
Credit: NAN
