Attack On Nurse: Lawmakers Mandate Committee To Regulate Masquerades

The Enugu State House of Assembly has established an ad-hoc committee to develop practical measures for regulating masquerade activities in the state in a move that has apparently been triggered by the recent attack on a nurse in Nsukka.

GWG.ng reports that this move follows the recent brutal assault on a female nurse, Ms. Blessing Ogbonna, by masquerades in Ihe-Owerre, Nsukka Local Government Area. The incident sparked widespread condemnation and outcry from the public, both within and outside the state.

Lawmaker Malachy Onyechi, representing Nsukka West Constituency, moved the motion to address the menace, citing numerous cases of attack, injury, and loss of life caused by masquerades in his area. He emphasized the need to harmonize practices and rules of engagement for masquerade activities, ensuring that all parties are safeguarded from attack.

Onyechi also condemned the practice of blocking roads, which prevented essential workers like nurses from performing their duties. He highlighted the importance of finding a balance between preserving cultural heritage and ensuring public safety.

Supporting the motion, lawmaker Pius Ezugwu, representing Nsukka East Constituency, shared a similar experience where masquerade activities almost led to conflict between two communities in his constituency.

The ad-hoc committee will work to develop measures that protect both masquerade practitioners and the general public, ensuring that cultural exhibitions and entertainment are enjoyed without compromising safety and human rights.
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