In Rivers State, a tragic incident unfolded on Monday when Mr. Benson Ndoone, the father of newly elected councillor Ndiika Benson, was brutally murdered by suspected political thugs. This shocking event occurred amidst violent protests surrounding the recent local council elections, drawing attention to the increasing violence associated with political activities in the region.....Read Full Article>>
According to reports, Ndoone, who worked as a security officer at Kenule Beeson Saro- Wiwa Polytechnic in Bori, was killed during an attack at the Rector’ s Lodge. This location was hosting the swearing- in ceremony for newly elected councillors and also served as the office for the recently disbanded Caretaker Committee, led by Marvin Yobana.
The attack was aimed at disrupting the ceremony, which was already under threat due to protests regarding the election results that had sparked unrest across the state.
Eyewitness accounts reveal that the assailants attempted to interrupt the proceedings, leading to a violent confrontation that culminated in Ndoone’ s death. The local community is now left to deal with the repercussions of this tragic event, which has further fueled the already heightened tensions in a state plagued by post- election violence.
Reports indicate that political thugs have been targeting officials and supporters from rival parties, contributing to an atmosphere of fear and instability.
In summary, the brutal killing of Mr. Benson Ndoone amidst election- related protests underscores the urgent need to confront political violence in Rivers State, as communities grapple with the implications of such tragedies on their safety and democratic processes.
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