Gunmen on Tuesday killed eight persons at new Cattle Market in Omuma-Uzo in Ukwa West Local available Government Area of Abia State, but the perpetrators were yet to be identified as at the time of filing this report.
Penpushing reports that, Commissioner for Information, Eze Chikamnayo, confirmed the incident in a statement ,adding that the incident occurred at about 11.35 p.m, and that the government responded swiftly by mobilising security agencies to the scene to secure the lives and property of the traders and fish out the assailants.
“This was followed this morning (Wednesday) by the visit of a high-powered team, made up of Chief of Staff to the Governor, Dr Anthony Agbazuere and Commissioner for Trade and Investment, Chief Okiyi Kalu’, he said.
“Others included: Commissioner for Homeland Security, Chief Sopuruchi Bekee, Ukwa West Local Government Chairman, Chief Okey Kanu and the Commissioner of Police, CP Janet Agbede.
“We are shocked and saddened by this mindless and barbaric act of violence that claimed the lives of no fewer than eight innocent citizens of our great country. We totally condemn this dastardly act, together with its wicked perpetrators,” he said.
Penpushing further reports that, the commissioner assured that the government will provide support for families of the victims, adding that the injured were being given medical attention, and that government had begun immediate relocation of the traders, while working out compensation for lost property.
The commissioner declared that government shall leave no stone unturned to ensure that the evil perpetrators are brought to justice, explaining that the Governor, Okezie Ikpeazu prayed to God to grant the affected families the fortitude to bear the loss.
Penpushing also reports that, Chikamnayo, said government is awaiting the outcome of the investigation, and urged residents to remain law-abiding and to report any suspicious movement to the authorities.
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