Some gunmen have reportedly abducted 10 members of the Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) in Obene Community, Ogbaru Local Government Area of Anambra State, South East Nigeria.
Gatekeepers News reports that the South-east Chairman of MACBAN, Gidado Siddiki made this known.
Siddiki said that the herders were attacked at their settlement while asleep and their animals forcefully taken away by the gunmen numbering about 40.
The attackers reportedly invaded the area with weapons such as guns, cutlasses, sticks and charms.
“As I speak to you now, I have reported the incident to the Police and DSS for prompt action,” Siddiki said.
The MACBAN leader appealed to the kidnappers to release his members and cows.
He condemned the politicisation of the herdsmen and host communities conflict across the country.
He said the herdsmen were always accused of crimes, even in situations where they were the victims of attack.
