Former Governor of Anambra State and Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has condemned the recent killings in Ikpakpara village, Agamede, Eha-Amufu, Enugu State.
He described the attack, which claimed at least seven lives, as a heartbreaking tragedy and a stark reminder of Nigeria’s worsening insecurity.
The violence occurred on Sunday around 4:30 p.m. in the Agu-Amed Autonomous community, Isi-Uzo Local Government Area.
Suspected Fulani herdsmen reportedly invaded the area, leaving two residents missing.
Eyewitnesses claim the attackers were dropped off by helicopters that circled overhead throughout the assault, intensifying fear among the locals.
Reacting via a statement on Tuesday posted to his official X account, Obi called for swift and lasting interventions to stop the recurring violence in Eha-Amufu and other vulnerable communities across Nigeria.
“Yet another heartbreaking report of the brutal killing of innocent farmers in Ikpakpara village, Agamede, Eha-Amufu community in Enugu State,” he said.
“My heart breaks for the Eha-Amufu people, for the grieving families, and for those still searching for their missing loved ones.
“The Eha Amufu community has been experiencing a series of attacks that should lead to a permanent solution to the disruption of the people’s peaceful living.”
Obi stressed the urgent need for a national response to the threats facing rural populations and food-producing areas, warning that insecurity is eroding both livelihoods and national cohesion.
“These killings must stop. We cannot keep watching communities bleed without justice or protection. We cannot continue to allow our farmers to be afraid of going back to their farms. We cannot continue to allow insecurity.
“These communities deserve not only our compassion but also real and immediate security intervention.”
In closing, he extended his condolences to the people of Eha-Amufu and expressed hope for peace and healing.
“To the people of Eha-Amufu, you are not alone. I offer my heartfelt condolences to your community, and I pray that the souls of the departed rest in peace. May peace and security return to your land.”
