Idima residents asked Governor Nwifuru to step in about their land fight with the Ndukwe Amasiri people. Six people died last Saturday when warriors allegedly attacked the Okporojo community, including a pregnant woman and her small child. One victim came from Afikpo itself - Abagha Chukwu lived in Okporojo before his death. The attack also destroyed expensive properties across the area. Community leaders say this has happened repeatedly since February 2023.
Back then, militants reportedly kidnapped three farmers working their fields. Those missing people never returned home, leaving families wondering if they remain alive. Attackers also beheaded resident Chima Orji during previous violence. President General Nkama Okoro Agha begged authorities to solve the dispute quickly before more bloodshed occurred. He promised his people would stay peaceful despite these provocations.
Okporojo Development Union Chairman Imo Samuel Oduko claims the contested land belongs rightfully to them. He explained that their ancestors hired Amasiri people to set animal traps on farms. These former tenants gradually settled there but have recently turned violent against their original landlords. Oduko denied accusations that Okporojo launched counter-attacks. He insists his community avoids harming others or destroying property despite ongoing tensions.
Back then, militants reportedly kidnapped three farmers working their fields. Those missing people never returned home, leaving families wondering if they remain alive. Attackers also beheaded resident Chima Orji during previous violence. President General Nkama Okoro Agha begged authorities to solve the dispute quickly before more bloodshed occurred. He promised his people would stay peaceful despite these provocations.
Okporojo Development Union Chairman Imo Samuel Oduko claims the contested land belongs rightfully to them. He explained that their ancestors hired Amasiri people to set animal traps on farms. These former tenants gradually settled there but have recently turned violent against their original landlords. Oduko denied accusations that Okporojo launched counter-attacks. He insists his community avoids harming others or destroying property despite ongoing tensions.
