Community Leaders Say Reports Are Misleading, Urge Public to Verify Facts
The people of Eha-Amufu, a border town in Enugu State’s Isi-Uzo Local Government Area, have dismissed recent allegations of mass killings and arson in their communities, calling them misleading and politically motivated.
In response to viral videos and social media protests suggesting large-scale violence, community leaders clarified that no such incidents had occurred recently.
According to them, past attacks by suspected herders did take place, particularly in 2022, but the situation has since improved under Governor Peter Mbah’s administration.
Setting the Record Straight
Donatus Odoh, President-General of Mgbuji Eha-Amufu, told journalists that claims of 100 or 200 recent deaths were entirely false. He acknowledged a past attack in 2022 but insisted that no recent mass killings had taken place in their area.
“Nothing happened here in Mgbuji, Eha-Amufu, two weeks ago,” Odoh stated. “The only incident I’m aware of was in another autonomous community in February, where one Igwurube Ndubuisi Donatus was killed. But claims of mass killings are baseless.”
Survivor Denies Fake Death Reports
Additionally, Mrs. Amarachi Nnaji, a rape victim whose case was referenced in the protests, dismissed claims of her death. She confirmed she is alive and recovering with the help of government intervention.
“I saw her returning from the market the other day, looking healthy,” Odoh added.
Security Situation Has Improved
Another community leader, Chief Richard Ogenyi, emphasized that while security challenges remain, conditions have significantly improved compared to 2022.
He acknowledged that protesters raised valid concerns about land disputes and farming restrictions but said the demonstration had been politicized.
“Their protest was meant to create awareness, but unfortunately, politics got involved,” Ogenyi remarked. “Claims of ongoing mass killings are untrue.”
Council Chairman Calls Out Misinformation
Isi-Uzo Local Government Chairman, Barrister Obiora Obeagu, also refuted the claims, calling the protests “orchestrated.”
“I watched a video where a man falsely claimed that 200 people were killed last week and another 100 this week. Yet, no one showed any proof—no burnt houses, no victims,” Obeagu stated.
He assured the public that Governor Mbah’s administration had prioritized security and infrastructure development to prevent a repeat of the 2022 crisis.
“We have challenges, but we are addressing them. There’s no mass killing happening in Eha-Amufu,” he added.
Call for Fact-Checking
The community leaders urged the public and media to verify information before spreading fear. They also called on security agencies to remain vigilant and ensure lasting peace in the area.
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