In the Alkaleri Local Government Area of Bauchi State, suspected ritualists have brutally removed the eyes of a young boy.
Details about the incident remain unclear at this time, but it’s reported that the victim was tending to animals in the bush when he was ambushed by unknown attackers who forcefully gouged out his eyes.
The boy is currently receiving treatment at a specialized hospital in Gombe State.
Furthermore, it has been reported that the suspects involved in the attack have been apprehended.
Emmanuel Phillip Tumba, a media aide to the Adamawa State Governor, confirmed the incident via a Facebook post on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, describing the assault as an unimaginably cruel act of violence.
In a statement, he described a disturbing incident in Alkaleri LGA of Bauchi State, wherein a young boy, while tending to his flock, was viciously attacked by a gang of ritualists who gruesomely gouged out his eyes and left him abandoned in the wilderness.
The individuals responsible for this despicable act have been apprehended and are currently under the custody of law enforcement. It is essential that these malicious individuals face the most severe penalties under the legal system without any leniency.
This incident serves as a somber reminder of the perils inherent in our society. The brutal assault on the innocent boy, who was simply carrying out his duties, vividly illustrates the darkness lurking within our communities.
The existence of individuals willing to inflict harm and mutilate others for twisted rituals is a chilling reality. It underscores the presence of individuals capable of committing unimaginable acts of violence and cruelty in a world we often perceive as safe and just.
Swift and thorough justice must be served on the perpetrators of this abhorrent crime. The law must punish them harshly, sending a clear message that such acts of violence and malevolence will not be tolerated.
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