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Sixteen travelers from Northern Nigeria were brutally killed by a mob in Udune Efandion, Uromi, Edo State, after being falsely accused of kidnapping....CONTINUE READING THE ARTICLE FROM THE SOURCE>>>
The attack, which occurred on Thursday, highlights the dangers of mob justice and the deadly consequences of misinformation.
According to intelligence sources cited by Zagazola Makama, the victims—mostly Hausa hunters—were traveling from Port Harcourt to Kano for the Sallah celebrations when they were stopped around 1:30 p.m. by members of the Edo State Security Corps and local vigilantes.
The sight of their hunting rifles, commonly used in Northern Nigeria, reportedly triggered suspicion, leading to false allegations of criminal activity.
Rather than involving the police or security agencies, vigilantes raised an alarm, sparking chaos. Local youths, incited by the false claims, launched a deadly attack on the travelers, killing 16 on the spot. In a horrifying escalation, the mob set the victims’ truck on fire, burning some bodies beyond recognition, while others were thrown into the flames.
Security forces arrived too late to prevent the killings but managed to rescue four survivors, who were rushed to His Grace Hospital in Uromi for medical attention.
Meanwhile, authorities have since confirmed the arrest of five suspects as investigations into the incident continue…CONTINUE READING>>
