5 persons killed as rival cult groups clash in Delta Community

Five individuals have actually been reportedly killed as two rival cult groups clashed in Agbarho Community, Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State.

The event has actually caused severe stress in the town, DAILY POST reports.

The President-General of Agbarho-Urhobo Improvement Union, Chief Monday Igho-Odiphri confirmed the occurrence.

He said the number of deaths might not be determined at the time of this report.

According to Chief Igho-Odiphri, “There was a cult clash that declared the lives of an unascertained variety of persons.

“The circumstance is under control as security operatives, consisting of the community regional vigilante, are on ground in a bid to fish out the perpetrator(s).”

He said the incident was not linked to the arson attack on the palace of the Osuivie of Agbarho kingdom recently.

When called for comment, the State Police Public Relations Officer, (PPRO), DSP Bright Edafe confirmed the occurrence in a telephone chat with DAILY POST reporter.

The Police image maker stated, “Yes, it’s confirmed. 5 individuals have actually been eliminated. It’s a fight between two cult groups.”