Suspected herdsmen attacked Eware Village in Etsako West Local Government Area on Thursday, killing two farmers, Lucky Salami and Julius Arewa, with machetes.
Another victim, identified as Omokhagbon Abu, also known as Udugboya, is currently fighting for his life at an undisclosed hospital.
This latest attack comes less than three days after Governor Monday Okpebholo called for improved security following similar killings in Okpekpe, Etsako East, and Ivbiaro, Owan East, where suspected Fulani herdsmen murdered three people in the same brutal manner.
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The embattled chairman of Etsako West Local Government Area, Marvelous Zibiri, confirmed the incident on Thursday, stating that the attack occurred in Eware Village, Ward 8 Anwain, and that the assailants were believed to be Fulani herdsmen.
A statement by his Press Secretary, Iyamah Nurudeen, quoted Zibiri as saying, “This dastardly and heinous act has not only claimed the innocent lives of two persons but has also left another injured victim hospitalised, thereby instilling fear and unrest in the peaceful community of Eware and its environs.”
“The incident is a barbaric and unacceptable act that has undermined the peace and security of Etsako West Local Government Area. The local government will not tolerate any form of violence or lawlessness that threatens the lives and livelihoods of its people.”
Expressing his condolences to the families of the deceased, he urged the Edo State Government and security agencies to promptly investigate the incident and ensure that those responsible are brought to justice.
He emphasized the importance of strengthening security in rural areas to prevent further violence and safeguard farmers, who are vital to the local economy.
Zibiri also called on residents to remain calm and law-abiding while encouraging community leaders and stakeholders to cooperate with security agencies by providing useful information that could aid in apprehending the perpetrators.
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