‘Two killed, seven abducted’ in Ebonyi communal clashes

• Ezza and Effium communities have been enmeshed in deadly clashes since 2021.
• The police spokesperson added that officers and command personnel are dedicated to safeguarding lives and property in Ebonyi.

Gunmen have reportedly killed two persons, while seven others were abducted during an attack on Ikachi village, Akparata, Effium in Ohaukwu LGA of Ebonyi.

NAN reports that Ezza and Effium communities have been enmeshed in deadly clashes since 2021.

Joshua Ukandu, spokesperson of the Ebonyi police command, said the incident happened on Sunday.

He said the gunmen also destroyed property worth millions of naira during the attack.

“The assailants killed two persons and destroyed property worth millions of naira in the area on Sunday,” NAN quoted Ukandu as saying.

“We are aware of the attack and the command is on top of the situation.

“We have been working with other security agencies to ensure that peace returned to the area.

“The command is also investigating the attack to ascertain the root cause of the matter.”

The police spokesperson added that officers and command personnel are dedicated to safeguarding lives and property in Ebonyi.