An Igbo leader in South Africa, Solomon Ezekiel, has apologised and renounced claims of kingship following controversy over his reported coronation, insisting that he was never crowned as a traditional ruler.
Ezekiel, in an apology posted on X on Saturday, reiterated that he was not crowned King but just recognised as an elder.
While expressing how deeply sorry he was for the misunderstanding his coronation caused and the violence which led to the destruction of properties that followed, Ezekiel appealed to South African traditional authorities and the natives to find a place in their hearts to forgive him.
He said, “Good day, South Africans, traditional leaders, my name is Chief Solomon Obona Ezekiel. I would like to sincerely apologise to Kunkane, Jobgolo, Sandile, the amakakagwe of Osa kingdom, the traditional leaders of South Africans, the people of Gompu and all South Africans. I am sorry for the confusion and concern caused by the event that took place on 14th March, 2026, in East London.
