Edo State, Nigeria – In a surge of violence linked to ongoing cult conflicts, six individuals have reportedly lost their lives in various incidents across Edo State. The unrest, which has been attributed to rival cult groups, has left communities in fear and mourning.
Local sources indicate that the violence erupted in different areas, with reports emerging from locations such as Ugbekun and Okao. Eyewitnesses described chaotic scenes as armed individuals engaged in confrontations, resulting in multiple casualties.
Residents have expressed their concerns regarding safety, as the conflict appears to be escalating. “We are living in constant fear; the sound of gunfire has become a part of our daily lives,” one local resident lamented.
There are calls from community leaders for increased security and intervention. The police have been urged to take action against the cult groups responsible for the ongoing bloodshed.
This latest wave of violence underscores the persistent issues of cultism and organized crime in the region, raising alarms about the need for comprehensive strategies to restore peace and security in Edo State.
