Abia govt begins relocation of traders after attack at cattle market * Vows to fish out attackers * Promises compensation, medical treatment for victims

Abia govt begins relocation of traders after attack at cattle market

* Vows to fish out attackers
* Promises compensation, medical treatment for victims

By Steve Oko

Abia State Government says it has commenced immediate relocation of traders from Omumauzor Cattle Market in Ukwa West Local Government Area, after the market was invaded by yet-to-be identified gunmen on Tuesday night.

Eight persons according to Government, were feared dead during the invasion that reportedly left some persons wounded while wares were also damaged.

The motive of the attackers is yet to be ascertained.

Commissioner of Information and Strategy, Dr. Eze Chikamnayo who strongly condemned the attack, said that the state government would stop at nothing in ensuring that the perpetrators were brought to book.

He said that besides immediate relocation of the traders, Government was also working out compensation for the victims.

The Commissioner who said the State Government would take care of the medical bills of the injured traders, condoled with the family of those killed during the attack.

Below is a full text of the statement made available to Wawa News Global:

“On Tuesday, 15th February, 2022 at about 11:35pm, some yet to be identified hoodlums allegedly invaded traders at the New Cattle Market located in Omumauzor, Ukwa West Local Government Area of our Dear State.

“Government responded swiftly by mobilising the various Security Agencies to the scene that night to secure the lives and properties of the innocent traders and fish out the assaliants.

“This was followed this morning by a high powered team made up of the Chief of Staff, Prof ACB Agbazuere, Hon Commisioner for Trade and Investment, Chief John Okiyi Kalu, Honorable Commissioner for Homeland Security, Chief Sopuruchi Bekee, Executive Chairman of Ukwa West LGA, Chief Okey Kanu in company of the State Commisioner of Police, CP Janet Agbede.

“We are shocked and saddened by this mindless and barbaric act of violence that claimed the lives of about 8 innocent citizens of our great country and we totally condemn this dastardly act together with it’s wicked perpetrators.

“We are working assiduously to provide succour to the families of the victims. Those who sustained injuries are currently receiving medical attention. We have equally started the immediate relocation of the traders while working out compensation for lost properties. We shall leave no stone unturned to ensure that the evil perpetrators are brought to justice.

“While waiting for the outcome of ongoing investigations by our diligent Security Forces, the Governor of Abia State, Dr Okezie Victor Ikpeazu together with all Abians pray for God to grant the families of victims the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss.

“We urge all Citizens of our great Country in Abia State to remain law abiding and promptly report any suspicious movements to the appropriate authorities.”

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