Ebonyi Govt Seals Mining Company After Alleged Killing of Two Youths by Soldier
By Leo Osi, Abakaliki Reactions have continued to trail the alleged killing of two youths by a soldier attached to Palladium Mining Company, also known as Ambertone Logistics Ltd., in Ihetutu community, Ivo Local Government Area of Ebonyi State. The victims, identified as Chibuike Okoro and Obinna Akandu, were reportedly shot dead on Sunday at a location said to be far from the company's mining site. According to accounts provided by the victims' families and community leaders, the incident occurred after the youths allegedly refused to give money to soldiers who reportedly demanded payment for security purposes. However, an investigation by our Correspondent indicated that the soldiers allegedly involved were not on duty on the day of the incident, as the company had not assigned them to carry out any undercover operation. The incident has sparked outrage in the community, with women, youths and community leaders demanding a thorough investigation and an end to what the...
