Delta State governor, Sen. (Dr) Ifeanyi Okowa is not happy with several attacks by suspected herdsmen on Avwon, Agadama, Ohoror, and other communities of Uwheru Kingdom, Ughelli North Local Government Area of the state.
In a recent statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Olisa Ifeajika, Okowa blasted the crisis that has caused the unnecessary deaths of innocent residents.
According to him, the concerned parties should be warned because he has reached out to the Commissioner of Police and the Brigade Commander, 63 Brigade, Nigerian Army, Asaba to make sure peace is restored to the affected areas.
He also urged authorities of the Nigerian Army to look into the alleged involvement of its personnel in the battle and make them face justice.
His words, “The unwarranted attacks and killing of innocent locals in Avwon, Agadama and Ohoror communities of Uwheru kingdom in Ughelli North Local Government Area and the wickedness of suspected criminal herdsmen alleged to be aided and abetted by unidentified military personnel are mindless.
“I, however, appeal to the affected communities to remain calm and peaceful. I commiserate with the communities and families on the unfortunate loss of their loved ones.
“I have directed the Commissioner of Police and the Brigade Commander, 63 Brigade, Nigerian Army, to rise to the occasion and bring the culprits to justice.
“As a state, our people have been very receptive to herdsmen and other visitors, but our hospitality and welcoming disposition should not be taken as act of cowardice.
“The state government will continue to encourage peaceful and harmonious relations between Deltans and their visitors, but will not watch outsiders attack and kill our people any longer.”
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