Police Confirms Killing of Villagers by Suspected Fulani Herdsmen

Armed Fulani herdsmen invaded Egedegede, Obegu and Amuzu communities in Ishielu Local Government Area in Ebonyi State, allegedly killing over 15 innocent men and women.

The suspected herdsmen stormed the communities on Tuesday, burnt houses and properties in the area.

Confirming the incident to Vanguard, the Police Public Relation Officer in Ebonyi State, DSP Loveth Odah stated that the Commissioner of Police has delegated a team of Policemen for an assessment of what happened in the communities.

“The Commissioner of Police delegated a team of Policemen for on the spot assessment because of peace talks going on in the town. So, the Commissioner of Police delegated them; Deputy Commissioner of Police Operations and others went for on the spot assessment to enable us get the detail of the report. So, they are yet to come back.

“We are still waiting for our men to come back to tell us their findings. I am already preparing a press release on the incident but their report too will assist us in giving you detail information about it”.

The Governor of Ebonyi State, David Umahi also visited the community to assure them of government intervention and support.