Deputy Senate President, Senator Barau Jibrin, has strongly condemned the killing of Northern travellers in Uromi, Esan North East Local Government Area of Edo State, calling on security agencies to bring the perpetrators to justice.
A mob reportedly intercepted the victims, mostly Hausa hunters travelling to Kano for Sallah celebrations, ransacked their vehicle, and murdered them in cold blood.
In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Alhaji Ismail Mudashir, Senator Barau described the attack as “barbaric, inhumane, and devilish,” urging the Edo State Police Command and other security agencies to act swiftly.
“I have been inundated with calls from my constituents and other Nigerians on the horrific murder of innocent individuals in Edo State. I condemn in totality the barbaric killing of innocent Nigerians,” he said.
The Deputy Senate President also revealed plans to sponsor a motion in the Senate to ensure that those responsible face the full weight of the law.
“I hereby appeal to our security agencies to quickly swing into action to arrest these evildoers and ensure that they are punished in line with the gravity of their criminal acts.
“Nigeria is a diverse country. We should, therefore, embrace one another as brothers and sisters for our progress and development,” Barau added.
He offered prayers for the victims and urged their families to remain calm, assuring them that justice would be served.