CURRENT REPORT BLOG In a devastating turn of events, Kogi State recently witnessed a tragic clash between two communities, Oturpo-Ojile and Ochi-Ibadan, resulting in two fatalities and the destruction of over 70 houses. This blog post aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the incident, shedding light on the root cause, the sequence of events, and the aftermath.
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Communal Clash Overview
The clash between Oturpo-Ojile and Ochi-Ibadan escalated from an unfortunate incident where a villager from Ochi-Ibadan allegedly killed a man returning from Lagos to Oturpo-Ojile. This incident triggered a chain of events that culminated in a reprisal attack by enraged youths from Oturpo-Ojile.
Reprisal Attack and House Burnings
Seeking justice for the loss of their fellow villager, youths from Oturpo-Ojile reportedly carried out a reprisal attack on Ochi-Ibadan. Regrettably, this retaliation resulted in the burning of more than 70 houses, escalating tensions and deepening the communal divide.Official Confirmation: Akus Lawal, the representative for Ankpa I state constituency, officially confirmed the incident during a recent plenary session at the Kogi State House of Assembly. Lawal expressed deep concern over the communal clash, emphasizing the need to prevent such incidents from recurring.
