Delta: Renewed herdsmen attacks in Ughelli North heighten calls for government action

By Akpokona Omafuaire
The cries of residents across several communities in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State are becoming louder by the day. What started years ago as occasional disputes between farmers and herders has gradually evolved into a persistent security challenge that continues to threaten lives, livelihoods, and peace in the area.
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For many residents of communities such as Uwherun, Ohoror, Agadama, Orogun, Edjekota, Oviri-Ogor, Evwreni, and their neighboring settlements, the fear of attacks by suspected armed herdsmen has become a daily reality. Farmers now venture into their farm...