5 persons killed in Rivers State as cultist clash

At least five person were confirmed dead when unknown cult members on Monday July 10 night invaded the Omudioga Community in Ikwerre Local Government Area of Rivers State.

Police Public Relations Officer Nnamdi Omoni confirmed that a rival gang invaded Omudioga which resulted in a clash leading to the death of five persons while several people sustained injuries.

Omoni confirmed that the police made some arrests.

The Rivers police spokesman advised the people of the community to provide information to the police on the cultists in the area.

Meanwhile, the Rivers Police Command has assured that those responsible for the abduction of a medical doctor, Dr. Alex Akani will be arrested.

Omoni said the police has identified the house where Dr. Akani was held in captivity.