Rivers community that forbids female dogs explains tradition to NYSC members

By Davies Iheamnachor — APARA
The people of Ekinobo in Apara Kingdom, Ikwerre ethnic nationality of Rivers State, have raised the alarm over the growing disregard for their  customs, including a longstanding prohibition against keeping female dogs in the community.
•His Royal Majesty Eze Ohna Apara Kingdom, Gift Eziwhuo Johnson (middle), flanked by corps members.
The community, located in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area, said urbanization, the influx of strangers and increasing Western influence had contributed to the erosion of its cultural heritage and traditional practices.

This came as the Paramount Ruler of Apara Kingdom, His Royal Majesty, Eze Gift Eziwhuo Johnson, Eze Oh...