Peter Obi, former Governor of Anambra State and presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 general elections, has expressed deep concern over the killing of residents in Ikpakpara village, Agamede, located in the Eha-Amufu area of Enugu State.
He described the attack as tragic and a grim reflection of the worsening security situation in Nigeria.
In a statement shared on Tuesday via his official X handle, Obi called for swift and decisive action to put an end to repeated attacks on the Eha-Amufu community and other vulnerable areas.
“I am deeply saddened by the loss of lives in Eha-Amufu. My thoughts are with the bereaved families and those still searching for loved ones. This violence must end. Communities should not be left unprotected or forgotten,” Obi said.
He stressed that the constant attacks on farmers and rural residents were not only destroying livelihoods but also threatening national food security and economic stability.
“Our farmers should not live in fear. We must create a secure environment for them to return to their farms. These communities need more than sympathy — they require immediate and effective protection,” he added.
Obi, who has consistently advocated for citizen-focused governance, urged both federal and state authorities to prioritize the safety of rural dwellers, emphasizing that security must be extended to all parts of the country.
“To the people of Eha-Amufu, I stand with you. My heartfelt condolences go out to your community, and I pray for peace to return. May the souls of those lost find eternal rest,” he said.
According to a report by PUNCH Online, the attack occurred on Sunday around 4:30 p.m. when suspected armed herdsmen invaded the Agu-Amed Autonomous Community in Isi-Uzo Local Government Area, killing at least seven residents and leaving two others unaccounted for.
Eyewitnesses told reporters that helicopters were seen hovering over the area during the attack, and that the assailants may have been dropped from the aircraft.
“Around Sunday evening, our community was attacked. Seven people were killed in a brutal manner, and two are still missing,” said local resident Osita Ogenyi, describing the ongoing fear that has gripped the area.
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