Landlord Flogged for Stealing Food from Tenants in Cross River

Public Flogging for Thieving Landlord in Cross River

“Obong Ete has been doing this for a long time. It is good that he is again...”

Calabar Landlord Publicly Flogged by Tenants for Stealing Food, Valuables: Obong Ete's Reign of Terror Ends

A shocking incident unfolded in Calabar, Cross Rivers, on Sunday, October 27, when tenants publicly flogged their landlord, Obong Ete, with horsewhips. The tenants alleged that Ete had been repeatedly stealing food items and other valuables from them.

The dramatic confrontation occurred in broad daylight, just as neighbors and tenants were preparing to attend church services. Eyewitnesses reported that the 30-year-old landlord, who remains unmarried, had been terrorizing the neighborhood with his nocturnal activities.

Residents revealed that Ete, who inherited the property from his late parents, had developed a disturbing habit of stealing from his tenants. One tenant came forward, alleging that Ete would frequently take valuable items, including essential food supplies like yams and plantains.

The fed-up tenants decided to take matters into their own hands, administering public punishment to Ete as a deterrent. The incident has sparked mixed reactions within the community, highlighting deeper issues of accountability and tenant-landlord relationships.

Local authorities have yet to comment on the incident, leaving many wondering what consequences Ete will face for his alleged actions.

“Obong Ete has been doing this for a long time. It is good that he is again publicly disgraced. He doesn't want to repent. Many times, youth leaders and vigilante groups have traced stolen items to his apartment and beaten him up. I am surprised that he has refused to change.”

The second tenant said, “We learnt from his family that he once stole from a church, and worshippers laid curses on him. This might probably be why he can't even control himself.”

The landlord, Obong Ete, with horsewhips. The tenants alleged that Ete had been breaking into their homes and stealing food items and other valuables. This wasn't the first time Ete's questionable behavior had sparked outrage; some residents claimed he had previously broken into their homes, prompting curses from the community.

The situation escalated, leading to a severe beating of the landlord. Afterwards, the tenants handed Ete over to the Mbukpa police station. Police Public Relations Officer Irene Ugbo strongly condemned the physical assault, emphasizing that the youths should have detained the accused and let law enforcement handle the situation. Ugbo reminded the public that taking the law into their own hands is unlawful and urged citizens to follow proper procedures.

In similar cases, landlords have been held liable for the criminal acts of their tenants, especially if they knew or should have known about the illegal activities. Landlords are expected to protect their tenants and the neighborhood from criminal act.