Tragedy in Edo: Farmer, two labourers killed in herdsmen attack in Ikpoba-Okha

A tragic incident occurred in Iyanomo community, Ikpoba-Okha Local Government Area of Edo State, when a farmer, identified as Mr. Ighodaro Nosakhare, and two of his laborers were brutally killed by suspected herdsmen on their farmland.

According to Police sources and family accounts, the late Ighodaro had gone to his farm on March 3, 2025, with three hired laborers when the attackers struck in a bushy section of the farmland.

One of the workers, who sustained severe injuries but managed to escape, reportedly ran to the village market to raise the alarm. Community elders immediately informed the police, who visited the scene and confirmed the death of one person on arrival.

The other two victims, including Ighodaro, were rushed to a nearby hospital, where they were later confirmed dead from deep machete wounds.

Speaking in tears, the deceased’s sister, Mrs. Osariemen Omomwenghian Tracy, described her brother as a hardworking farmer and a peaceful man who depended solely on farming to feed his family.

“He went to the farm that morning as usual, not knowing it would be his last day. We are still in shock. My brother never had any issue with anyone,” she said.

Residents of Iyanomo community have continued to express fear and grief over the attack, which they described as one of the deadliest in recent times. They appealed to the Edo State Government and security agencies to intensify patrols in rural areas to prevent further killings.

Meanwhile, Police authorities in Benin confirmed the incident, adding that investigations are ongoing to track down the perpetrators and bring them to justice.