Recall that not less than 16 youths were reportedly killed by gunmen during the Onwa Asaa traditional festival of the town.
Peter Obi, the presidential candidate for the Labour Party, LP, in the 2023 general elections has reacted to the killing of 16 young men at Nibo community of Anambra State.
While condemning the killing, he called for the perpetrators to be brought to book.
Recall that not less than 16 youths were reportedly killed by gunmen during the Onwa Asaa traditional festival of the town.
The perpetrators of the attack were said to have arrived in a black Lexus SUV, stormed an eatery in the community and opened fire indiscriminately, killing the young men.
In a statement on his X account, Obi said he was saddened by the senseless killings in the society.
Describing the act as a profound loss to the families of the victims, the state and the nation at large, Obi said no one has the right to take a life.
He wrote, “Life is sacred, and no one has the right to take it. Such heinous actions reveal a disturbing disregard for human dignity and the rule of law.
“Our nation cannot progress if we allow violence to become the norm, and we must work collectively to address the underlying causes of this growing menace.”
The former Anambra State governor also condoled with the families of the victims, the Nibo community and the state.
He added, “I call on the authorities to act swiftly in bringing the perpetrators of this horrific crime to justice and ensuring that such incidents are never repeated.
“Nigeria must become a nation where safety and justice prevail over violence and lawlessness.”