The traditional ruler of Otukpo Kingdom in Benue State, the Och’Otukpo Odu, Chief John Eimonye, has ordered all herders living or operating within the kingdom to leave the area immediately following a deadly attack that claimed several lives.
The directive came after gunmen suspected to be armed herders attacked Nobi Village in Otukpo District on Sunday, leaving residents in shock and further worsening fears over insecurity in the community.
In a statement released by the Otukpo District Traditional Council and signed by its Secretary, Chief Udeh Adole, the monarch said the decision was taken in response to the growing security challenges facing the kingdom and the need to protect residents from further attacks.
Chief Eimonye said the safety of the people remained his top priority. He noted that recent incidents had created fear across communities and raised serious concerns about the continued presence of herders in the area.
According to the statement, the traditional
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