By Ayodele Oni
Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Nwifuru and his Anambra State counterpart, Prof. Charles Soludo have opened discussions on the killing of 10 Ebonyi indigenes by gunmen in Anambra State.
Nwifuru, who disclosed this, condemned in strong terms, the brutal killing of 10 Ebonyi indigenes by gunmen in Anambra State, describing the attack as barbaric and a direct assault on peace and human dignity.
The victims, residents of Ogboji in Orumba South Local Government Area of Anambra State, were reportedly gunned down on Monday during a community meeting.
The assailants, who opened fire without warning, are yet to be identified, and no group has claimed responsibility for the massacre at the time of filing this report.
Reacting through his Chief Press Secretary, Dr. Monday Uzor, on Tuesday night, Nwifuru expressed outrage and vowed that the perpetrators would not escape justice.
“The senseless act of violence against law-abiding citizens is not only barbaric but a direct assault on peace, unity, and the sanctity of human life.”
Governor Nwifuru disclosed that he had already initiated talks with his Anambra counterpart, Governor Soludo, urging him to ensure a swift, thorough, and transparent investigation.
He warned that failure to bring the killers to justice could damage the cordial relationship between both States.
“Such barbarism has no place in modernity, and State arsenals will be deployed to unmask the perpetrators of the bloody killings. The administration in Ebonyi State remains committed to protecting the lives and property of Ebonyi people both at home and in the diaspora.”
He further appealed to Ebonyi people, especially the families and communities affected, to remain calm and resist any urge for reprisal, as government actions are underway to ensure justice.
“There will be no sacred cows. We will follow this matter closely until justice is served,” Nwifuru assured.
The Governor reiterated his trust that Anambra State and relevant security agencies would act decisively to arrest those responsible for the heinous crime.
Also reacting, Anambra State Government expressed sadeness over the recent killing of innocent people at Ogboji, Orumba South Local Government Area.
“The Government strongly condemns this dastardly act in the strongest possible terms and extends its heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims.”
According to the State Commissioner for Information, Law Mefor, the Government has assured the good people of Anambra and beyond that this incident was not targeted at any particular State or ethnic group.
He said preliminary investigations suggest that the unfortunate incident may have stemmed from an internal squabble.
Mefor further asserted that the State Government expects the police command to conduct a thorough investigation, identify the perpetrators of this heinous crime, and bring them to justice.
It assures the people of Ogboji and the entire state that it will do everything humanly possible to ensure justice is served.
“We urge all residents to remain calm and cooperate with security agencies to ensure the perpetrators are apprehended.
“We will continue to work tirelessly to maintain peace and security in our great state,” Mefor added
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