A 78-year-old resident of Ekoli community in Ebonyi State has been laid to rest following his death from injuries sustained during political violence that erupted between rival factions. Johnson Okoro Obasi succumbed to internal bleeding and trauma after being assaulted by suspected political operatives during clashes that claimed multiple lives and destroyed significant property.
Medical examination confirmed the fatal wounds resulted directly from the attack. His nephew, former assemblyman Eni Uduma Chima, mourned the premature loss and noted the family's history of exceptional longevity. Community leaders voiced frustration over the release of suspects previously detained for separate killings in the area, warning that armed groups continue terrorizing residents despite directives from Governor Francis Nwifuru to disarm. Traditional rulers called for the urgent implementation of peace measures agreed upon during stakeholder discussions with state authorities.
Medical examination confirmed the fatal wounds resulted directly from the attack. His nephew, former assemblyman Eni Uduma Chima, mourned the premature loss and noted the family's history of exceptional longevity. Community leaders voiced frustration over the release of suspects previously detained for separate killings in the area, warning that armed groups continue terrorizing residents despite directives from Governor Francis Nwifuru to disarm. Traditional rulers called for the urgent implementation of peace measures agreed upon during stakeholder discussions with state authorities.
