Panic as bandits attack orphanage home in Delta

There was fear in Delta on Monday when some suspected bandits attacked an orphanage home, Saints Orphanage in Issele-Uku in Aniocha Local Government Area of Delta State.

The bandits who destroyed parts of the building and a vehicle parked within the premises were unable to carry out their mission, as none of the workers, nor children was attacked.

It was gathered that the incident had thrown the residents of the community into fear believing the bandits may re-launch an attack on them.

Proprietor of the Orphanage, who recently set up a welfare office to assist the less privileged in the society, was said to be at the Hague when the incident occurred.

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The President of Issele-Uku Development Union, Mr. Ugeh Ofordile, while confirming the incident said investigation will commence after a meeting by the community leaders to unravel the perpetrators.

He said appropriate actions will be taken as soon as the union concludes its meetings.

The Delta State Commissioner of Police, CP Adeyinka Adeleke, confirmed the report, stressing that the attacks were carried out by bandits and not by Fulani herdsmen as being speculated.

According to CP Adeleke, “It is bandits that attacked the orphanage home. I’m not sure it is the Fulani herdsmen. However, when I get more details, I will update you.”

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