Responding to the devastating incident, Mr. Peter Gregory Obi, the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, took to social media to express his profound concerns, as he condemns the killing at Uzo Uwani. In a direct tweet, he extended his heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased and the traumatized community. Additionally, Peter Gregory Obi implored the Nigerian government for swift action to ensure citizen safety and curb violence immediately. He stressed the urgency of ending the cycle of violence to prevent further loss of lives and property.
Sunday night saw suspected herdsmen attack Nimbo community in Enugu state, resulting in four deaths, injuries, and displacement. Consequently, the assault left residents shocked and afraid, with the community deserted and uncertainty prevailing over their safety. Families seek missing loved ones amidst the tragic loss, with fear gripping the once vibrant community. The horrifying attack underscores the urgent need for security measures to prevent such incidents and restore peace.
Mr. Peter Obi’s Direct Tweet
I just read reports of yet another senseless killing of harmless and defenseless villagers in Uzo Uwani Local Government Area of Enugu state over the weekend. I find the report very disturbing especially recalling that these terror-mongers have continued to unleash terror on the people of Uzo-uwani over the years. Uzo Uwani is one of the areas I have closely related with and remained supportive to. I am pained by how these attacks have made the people of the area to live in constant fear of terror and death.
Past Attacks on Uzo Uwani LGA
I recall that in 2015, a hostel of one of the best secondary schools in that area, Mater Amabilis, Adani was completely razed by fire, and the students were without a hostel. When I read the reports, I quickly intervened, rebuilt the hostel and handed it over to the School Management by March 2016. A month after that, the people of Nimbo Community in the same Uzo Uwani were senselessly murdered, and this attracted national attention. I attended their funeral alongside the Former Governor of Enugu State, Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi. I helped in consoling and rehabilitating the victims. My heart, again, goes out to the people of Uzo Uwani who have continued to experience these incessant attacks.
Peter Obi Calls on Government’s Protection on Lives and Properties
We must not allow further spilling of the blood of innocent Nigerians under any guise. Enough must now be enough. The government should show visible commitment to the security of lives and property of the Nigerian people. Uzo Uwani local government area of Enugu state is the main agricultural bed of the state and the continued insecurity there will have far-reaching consequences on food production in the state.
Peter Obi Commiserates with the People of Uzo Uwani
I sincerely commiserate with the people of Uzo-uwani who lost their loved ones to this cruel attack and indeed all the many victims of insecurity in our nation. May God Almighty grant eternal rest to the dead, grant quick recovery to the wounded and heal our land bleeding profusely from insecurity.
We shall conquer! -PO
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