Andoni: Chairman-Elect Condemns Cult-Related Killings

The chairman-elect of Andoni Local Government Area, Erastus Awortu, has described the recent cult- related violence that claimed innocent lives and destruction of houses in some communities in Andoni as barbaric and senseless.
Awortu stated this in his message of appreciation over the weekend to the people of Andoni for their support during and after the local government elections in the area.
The chairman-elect who expressed sadness over the recent cult clashes that destroyed several lives and properties, urged the youths to shun violence and embrace development in Andoni.
He said no society can grow or record meaningful developments amidst killings and destruction.
“There is no doubt that Andoni is facing serious security challenges as our youths continue to engage in senseless cult-related violence.
” I urge all our youths to seek peace, stop killing yourselves and making life unbearable for everyone, including the elderly living at home.
You have a duty to preserve the land bequeathed to us by our forefathers and enjoy their blessing.
“I ask you to accept the call to join me in healing and restoring our troubled land so we can witness development in the interest of all.
“I earnestly call on security agents to intervene in the interest of the majority of the innocent and law- abiding indigenes of the area, the children, women and elderly.
“I also enjoin the people to assist the security agencies with credible information to help arrest this dangerous drift to anarchy”, Awortu said.
Mr Awortu called on the youths to join in the healing and restoration process of the area.
The chairman-elect, however, thanked the people of Andoni for their support during the election, reiterating his concern for the development of Andoni.

By: Enoch Epelle