Two herders and 16 cattle have reportedly been killed following an attack on Obelagu Umuamba community in Ezeagu Local Government Area of Enugu State.
The incident has prompted a joint investigation involving the Nigerian Army, police and Department of State Services (DSS).
The attack was discovered on November 10, 2026, when a joint security team visited the community to assess the damage caused by suspected hoodlums.
The patrol team reportedly comprised troops of the 82 Division Garrison and 103 Battalion (Reinforcement), alongside police officers and DSS operatives.
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During the visit, the security personnel discovered that two herders, reportedly of Fulani extraction, and 16 cattle had been killed. Two other people were also found to have sustained injuries.
Following the discovery, security officials organised a peace and security meeting involving community leaders, Fulani herders’ representatives, neighbourhood watch groups and other stakeholders.
The meeting was aimed at addressing the incident and preventing further violence between residents and herders.
Security personnel cautioned community members against taking the law into their own hands, warning that retaliatory attacks could worsen tensions and threaten peaceful coexistence.
The troops subsequently recovered the bodies of the deceased herders and handed them over to the police for further investigation.
Security agencies have commenced efforts to identify and arrest those responsible for the killings, including suspected local collaborators.
The joint intervention is also expected to prevent further attacks, restore confidence among residents and ensure that those involved are brought to justice.
Authorities urged farmers, herders and other residents to remain calm, cooperate with security personnel and resolve disagreements through lawful means.
Investigations into the incident are ongoing.
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