Nigeria, July 19 -- The Southeast Council of Traditional Rulerson Friday announced the abolition of theuse of the title "Eze Ndigbo" by Igbo leaders residing outside Igbo land.

Thedecision was announced in a communique signed by Eze E.C. Okeke, (Eze Imo),Igwe Nnaemeka Achebe (Leader), and the chairmen of the Traditional Councils of Enugu, Anambra, Abia, and Ebonyi States.

The Council in the Communique appreciatedthe efforts of Igbo leaders in Diaspora in unifying Ndigbo and fostering peaceful coexistence with host communities, describing their commitment to promoting Igbo culture and traditionsas highly commendable.

However, the councilclarified that the title 'Eze'is a sacred traditional title exclusively reserved for recognized tradi...