A businessman, Enebeli Robinson, has been shot dead by suspected assailants at Umusadege Ogbe Community in Ndokwa West Local Council of Delta State. According to sources in the community, Robinson was killed at about 9:00 p.m. on September 30 after he allegedly noticed suspicious movements around his shop. The circumstances surrounding his death, including the identities and motives of the attackers, were not immediately clear.
The community had earlier been experiencing security concerns, prompting the imposition of a curfew across Utagba Ogbe Kingdom in an effort to curb suspected criminal activities. Residents expressed concern over the latest killing, urging security agencies to intensify surveillance, identify those responsible, and bring them to justice. The killing has sparked tension in the area, with many calling for increased security measures.
Meanwhile, tension has also been reported in Isele Mkpitime Community, Aniocha North Local Council, following allegations that cattle destroyed crops on farms in the area. The development prompted officials of the Delta State Livestock Management Committee and the Ministry of Agriculture to inspect the affected farms following complaints from farmers. This incident highlights the ongoing challenges faced by farmers in the region.
In the latest development, farmers who mobilised over the alleged destruction reportedly apprehended a suspected herdsman, 19-year-old Dogo Idris, on October 1. Idris was reportedly arrested on a farm belonging to an elderly farmer, Chief Ben Nwabuzor, and subsequently taken to the Police Division, Onicha Olona, Aniocha North Local Council. The suspect is currently in police custody.
The suspect, Dogo Idris, was reportedly handed over to the police by Ujene Matthew Ossai, a member representing Delta North on the State Livestock Management Committee. Ossai confirmed the two incidents, saying the committee's involvement was aimed at establishing the facts surrounding the alleged crop destruction and ensuring that appropriate action was taken in accordance with the law.
The incidents have raised concerns about the security situation in Delta State, with many calling for increased measures to protect residents and their property. The state government and security agencies have been urged to take action to prevent such incidents from occurring in the future. The police have yet to comment on the investigation into Robinson's killing.
The killing of Enebeli Robinson and the alleged crop destruction have highlighted the need for improved security and cooperation between farmers, herdsmen, and the government. The State Livestock Management Committee and the Ministry of Agriculture are working together to address the issues and ensure that those responsible are brought to justice. The incidents will continue to be monitored, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
Key points
- A businessman was shot dead by suspected assailants at Umusadege Ogbe Community in Delta State on September 30.
- A suspected herdsman was arrested in connection with alleged crop destruction in Isele Mkpitime Community, Aniocha North Local Council.
- The incidents have raised concerns about the security situation in Delta State, with many calling for increased measures to protect residents and their property.
