The Omala Women Forum vehemently denounces the unwarranted assaults and wanton, indiscriminate slayings of innocent indigenes and the ruthless destruction of properties in Agojeju-Odo, Omala LGA of Kogi State by rampaging herders. This senseless rampage has led to the tragic deaths of several persons and the decimation of properties worth millions of naira.
We unequivocally condemn this abhorrent display of notoriety and demand that the perpetrators be apprehended and subjected to the full force of the law. We have zero tolerance for those who flagrantly disregard human dignity and the basic tenets of peaceful coexistence.
We call upon the government to urgently undertake a comprehensive on-site assessment of the scale of killings and destruction of properties carried out by these assailants, which we believe is ongoing, with a view to providing urgent succour and relief to the victims.
We have mobilized our members across the 11 wards of the local government area to undertake a 3-day period of fasting and prayers for our land. This spiritual observance is set to conclude today.
We are confident that the deities of our ancestral lands, as well as the Almighty God we collectively worship, will heed our fervent supplications during this time of mourning and grief
We extend our deepest condolences to the bereaved families and love ones. We pray that our fallen heroes and heroines be granted eternal rest. May the Almighty and the deities of our ancestral lands provide comfort and solace to those mourning the devastating loss of their cherished family members and community members. We stand in solidarity with all those affected by this senseless tragedy.
Signed:
Chief Hon. Alima G Abuh
Iye Ebulejonu of Igala Kingdom
(Forum Leader)
