bloomshorts Obelle Community in Shock After Chief’s Assassination
The peaceful gathering of local chiefs in Obelle, Rivers State, turned into a scene of horror when gunmen, suspected to be members of the Iceland cult group, launched a deadly attack. Chief Ferdinand Dabiri, the Vice Chairman of the Obelle Council of Chiefs, was fatally shot at close range, sparking panic among attendees and prompting a mass exodus from the community.
Eyewitness Accounts Paint a Harrowing Picture
According to those present, the assailant, identified as Cairo, executed the chief in cold blood before fleeing. The incident has not only left a family in mourning but also highlighted the growing menace of cult-related violence in the area, with calls for immediate security intervention growing louder.
Authorities Silent as Military Patrols Increase
While the Rivers State Police Command remains silent on the matter, military personnel from a nearby outpost have intensified patrols. The community’s plea for justice and safety underscores the urgent need for action to curb the escalating violence and restore peace to Obelle.
