SAPELE, DELTA STATE — An uneasy calm has settled over the Ibada-Elume community in Sapele Local Government Area following reports that a vigilante operative allegedly killed four persons on Sunday.
According to local sources, enraged residents launched a reprisal attack, during which a privately owned hotel was reportedly set ablaze. Thick smoke was said to have engulfed the area as tensions flared.
As of the time of filing this report, details surrounding the incident remain unclear. Efforts to reach the Delta State Police Command for official confirmation were unsuccessful, leaving many questions unanswered.
Residents have since appealed to the local government authorities and security agencies to intervene urgently and restore peace to the troubled community.
This is a developing story, and more detailed updates will be provided as information becomes available.
