Benue Governor sympathizes with families of Anambra church attack

Benue State Governor, Dr. Samuel Ortom, has commiserated with the government and people of Anambra State over the killing of innocent worshipers on Sunday.
Gunmen had invaded St. Phillips Catholic Church, Ozubulu, Ekwusigo Local Government Area of Anambra State, shooting at random and killing about 50 worshippers.

In a condolence message signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Tever Akase, on Sunday, Governor Ortom said he was saddened by the incident and joined millions of other Nigerians in condemning the dastardly act.

Ortom said “human life must be considered as sacrosanct by all, stressing that, the Ozubulu incident is indeed a black day, not only in Anambra State but also across the country”.
He emphasized that, “places of worship are not targets of attacks even in war situations” and wondered what might have motivated the gunman to embark on the murderous mission.
The Governor urged the Church to be prayerful and remain courageous at the trying moment.

He prayed for the repose of the souls of the departed and speedy healing of the injured worshipers.