PDP condemns heinous attack on Edo community, killing of farmers

The Edo chapter of the PDP has condemned the attack on the people of Okpekpe community in Etsako East Local Government by gunmen, leading to the gruesome murder of two farmers.

In a statement by Chris Nehikhare, Publicity Secretary of the Edo PDP Caretaker Committee, the party expressed disappointment over the killing of Batemue Philip Ebo and Christopher Bello.

DAILY POST reports that Ebo and Bello were attacked and killed on their way to their farms.

The statement reads: “We are deeply saddened by the heinous attack on the people of Okpekpe community in Etsako East Local Government by suspected herdsmen, which led to the gruesome murder of two innocent citizens

“We condemn this dastardly act in the strongest terms and send our heartfelt condolences to their families, loved ones, and the entire community during this difficult time,” Nehikhare said.

The party urged the Governor, Monday Okpebholo to take urgent and decisive steps to check the situation before it degenerates.