A survivor of the recent Uromi killings in Edo State has come forward with a chilling account of how 16 hunters lost their lives in the tragic incident.
In a video shared by Sahara TV from 2:15, the survivor detailed how their group was wrongfully attacked despite carrying legal firearms and having proper documentation.
“The guns are licensed, and papers were shown to them,” the survivor explained. “We were 27 in total. Only 5 are alive, and 2 are in the hospital receiving treatment.”
According to reports, the hunters who were traveling through Uromi were intercepted and accused of being criminals. Despite presenting proof of their legitimacy, they were subjected to brutal treatment leading to the deaths of 16 members.
The incident has sparked outrage and raised concerns over security and ethnic tensions in the region. Many are questioning why the hunters were targeted and why their explanations were ignored.
The Edo State authorities have vowed to investigate but the survivors and families of the victims are demanding swift justice.
Community leaders and human rights groups have condemned the killings calling for accountability and better measures to prevent such tragic incidents.
Meanwhile, the families of the deceased are mourning their loved ones calling on the government to ensure that those responsible face the full weight of the law.
With only five survivors and two others battling for their lives in the hospital, the Uromi killings stand as another painful reminder of the dangers many Nigerians face while traveling.
As investigations continue, many hope that justice will be served to prevent future tragedies.