Senate President Godswill Akpabio has condemned the murder of 16 passengers in Edo State on Sunday, calling it a senseless act of violence with no place in society.
Akpabio also urged relevant authorities to undertake a thorough investigation into the occurrence and bring the perpetrators to justice in order to alleviate the suffering.
The former Akwa Ibom State governor made the announcement in a condolence message sent by his special assistant on media, Jackson Udom.
The bodies of the hunters who were lynched by a crowd were buried on Saturday in Uromi, Edo State.
Members of the Hausa community gathered at the village graveyard to pay their final respects to the victims, who were burnt to death on Friday after being suspected of kidnapping.
Akpabio said, “I am deeply saddened and disturbed by the gruesome murder of 16 travellers in Edo State. This senseless act of violence is unacceptable and has no place in our society. I condemn in very strong terms this heinous crime.
“I also urge the relevant authorities to conduct a thorough investigation and ensure that the perpetrators of this barbaric act are brought to book and held accountable for their actions. As a people, we must work together to promote peace, unity, and understanding among our people.
“We cannot afford to let such acts of violence divide us or undermine our collective efforts to build a better Nigeria. My heartfelt condolences go to the families of the victims, the government of Edo State, and all those affected by this needless act.”
