Monarch Alleges Impersonation and Forged Letterhead in Delta NDC Attack

In a shocking twist to the violent attack on a peaceful procession organised by pro-Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) groups in Delta State last weekend, the traditional ruler of Asaba, Olorogun Dr. (Chief) Michael T. A. Ikechukwu Esiso, has alleged that the attack may have been orchestrated through impersonation and the use of a forged letterhead. According to THISDAYLIVE, the monarch made this allegation during an interview with journalists in his palace in Asaba. The traditional ruler, who expressed his dismay over the incident, stated that he received a letter purportedly signed by the state chairman of the NDC, Chief Sunny Okpolo, requesting his royal blessings for the procession. However, he alleged that the letterhead used in the document appeared to be forged, as it bore no resemblance to the authentic letterhead of the NDC. Furthermore, the monarch claimed that he later discovered that the signatory, Chief Sunny Okpolo, was not involved in the planning or execution of the procession. This development has sparked concerns about the credibility of the procession and the motives behind the attack, which left several people injured. The police have yet to comment on the allegations made by the Asaba monarch. The NDC has not issued a statement regarding the incident, and it is unclear whether an investigation has been launched into the matter. This story matters to Nigerian readers because it raises questions about the integrity of political processes and the potential for impersonation and forgery to be used to manipulate public opinion and incite violence.