Ben Ezechime, Enugu
Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has visited Nimbo in Uzo Uwani Local Government Area of the state where four residents were killed over the weekend by suspected Fulani herders.
Speaking during the visit Mbah vowed to protect lives and property of the residents of the state.
The incident took place at Ugwuijoro village in Nimbo where suspected Fulani herdsmen allegedly carried out the unprovoked attack on the innocent villagers, killing four persons with several others seriously injured.
The governor described the situation as unacceptable to his administration and vowed that his government would track down and bring the attackers to book.
He said the attack was a collective tragedy to the entire state, adding that the government would work with community and security stakeholders to strengthen security not only in Nimbo, but also the entire Uzo Uwani LGA.
Mbah, who had earlier visited and condoled the bereaved families before holding an interactive session with the community leaders and members, promised to work on their recommendations and requests for representation in government and strengthening of their local security resources.
The governor promised that the government would ensure that the sufferings of all the survivors or victims of the dastardly act were abated by making sure that the kids benefit from scholarship programmes and provide jobs for them.
Speaking on behalf of the community earlier, the President-General of Nimbo, Mr. Clement Akachukwu, said the attackers had preyed on their community for decades due to the remoteness of Nimbo.
While thanking Governor Mbah for his prompt response, he called on the government to strengthen Nimbo Neighbourhood Watch and Forest Guards to complement the security agencies.
He further called for the inclusion of the community in government appointments, as they had no voice in government.
The governor was accompanied by the state’s Commissioner of Police, Mr. Kanayo Uzuegbu; State Director, State Security Services, Theresa Egbunu; Garrison Commander, 82 Division, Nigerian Army, Enugu, Brigadier General Murtala Abu; and Coordinator of Enugu State Forest Guards, Matthew Obodoechi.
