Senate President, Godswill Akpabio has condemned the murder of 16 Kano-bound travellers in Edo State.
In a statement signed by his Special Assistant on Media, Jackson Udom, Akpabio said such actions have no place in the Nigerian society.
“I am deeply saddened and disturbed by the gruesome murder of 16 travellers in Edo State. This senseless act of violence is unacceptable and has no place in our society,” the statement reads.
“I condemn in very strong terms this heinous crime and I urge the relevant authorities to conduct a thorough investigation and ensure that the perpetrators of this barbaric act are brought to book and held accountable for their actions.
“As a people, we must work together to promote peace, unity, and understanding among our people. We cannot afford to let such act of violence divide us or undermine our collective efforts to build a better Nigeria.
“My heartfelt condolences go to the families of the victims, the government and people of Edo State, and all those affected by this needless act, and pray that God grants the departed peaceful rest, and the loved ones they left behind, the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss.”
At least 16 hunters of northern extraction travelling from Port Harcourt, Rivers state capital, were reportedly attacked and killed by members of a local vigilante group in Edo state.
The incident happened on the Uromi/Obajana expressway in Esan North East.
Governor Monday Okpebholo said 14 suspects arrested in connection with the attack have been transferred to Abuja for interrogation.
He assured Nigerians that perpetrators will face justice
