IGP Usman Alkali Baba
Matilda Omonaiye/
Armed men suspected to be members of a secret cult today invaded a burial ceremony in Ebenebe, Awka North Local Government Area of Anambra State, killing about 20 persons.
They also desecrated the corpse said to be that of a suspected leader of a cult group, named Ozo.
NewsmakersNG learnt that while the corpse of Ozo was lying-in-state in his compound, some suspected cultists arrived at the scene and shot at the mourners while others scampered to safety.
The Anambra State Police command confirmed the incident, stating that it was a case of cult rivalry.
The state police spokesman, DSP Toochukwu Ikenga, reportedly stated, “Yes, this morning (Saturday), there was an incident at Ebenebe. A burial was going on when some people suspected to be cultists invaded the area and started shooting.
“I do not have details of casualties now, but I will keep you informed once the picture becomes clear.
“For now, the Commissioner of Police, CP Echeng Echeng, has despatched tactical squads comprising of various units to the area to maintain calm.”
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