< kraj(open opened my eyes to a tragic incident in Ikehe, a community within the Ivo Local Government Area of Ebonyi State. A farmer and his two sons were reportedly killed by suspected herdsmen while working on their farmland on a Friday afternoon. The chairman of Ivo Local Government, Emmanuel Ajah, expressed his shock and sadness in a statement on Sunday. He spoke of the brutal killing of three innocent people who ventured to their farmland, only to fall victim to an unspeakable tragedy. The chairman condemned the senseless act, reassuring the community that the local government is committed to protecting the lives and property of its citizens. To address the security situation, an emergency meeting was convened with key stakeholders, including military officials, police, the Department of State Services, town union leaders, and community representatives. The meeting focused on strategies to prevent further violence and restore peace in the area. The chairman emphasized the importance of working together to address the crisis, recalling a similar incident that occurred last year and was successfully resolved through collective efforts. The chairman also acknowledged the pain and loss suffered by the Amaeze community, reaffirming his commitment to ensuring the perpetrators are brought to justice. He vowed that the local government will spare no effort in ensuring the identification and apprehension of the killers, and securing the community from further attacks. The state's police command also confirmed the incident, stating that officers are conducting thorough operations in the area to locate and apprehend the perpetrators.
Conflict Erupts as Herders Allegedly Kill Family in Ebonyi Community Tragedy
