Burial of Edikwu Ankpali attack victims holds amid tears

The people of Edikwu Ankpali have laid to rest nine victims of the recent deadly attack on the community, in what many described as a solemn and painful moment marked by tears, anger, and renewed calls for justice.

Residents say the burial is not just another routine activity, but a heartbreaking reminder of lives cut short and families shattered by violence. Community members urged authorities and the wider public not to treat the incident with indifference, stressing that the victims were individuals with families, responsibilities, and dreams.

Those killed in the attack have been identified as:

Elaigwu Pelu, 31, a father of four
Oigene Ogah, 62, a patriarch with fifteen children
Adah Aboje, 78, an elder and father of thirty-five children
Peter Omafu, 59, a father of thirteen
John Peter Musa, 33, a father of two
Ogagwu John, 31, a father of three
Eluma Ogbeni, 30, a father of four
John Elegbo, 39, a father of five
Gideon Monday, 29, the only son of his parents

Locals described the victims as breadwinners and pillars of their families, noting that their deaths have left deep emotional and economic voids in the community.

Many residents have called on security agencies and government authorities to take urgent steps to prevent further attacks and ensure that those responsible are brought to justice.