Vietnam Returnee Stabbed to Death in Abia Communal Clash

Tragedy struck in Umuahia, Abia State, as a Vietnam-based Nigerian, Samson Nwaubani, was killed during a violent communal clash between the Okwu and Umuajata communities in the Olokoro area.

The incident occurred on Tuesday, August 27, 2025, during the annual New Yam Festival, which both communities celebrate.

Reports indicate that tension had been brewing ahead of the festival following a confrontation between youths from the two communities. Matters reportedly worsened when some Okwu youths allegedly stormed the Umuajata community days earlier, destroying property.

On the day of the festival, Samson who had recently returned from Vietnam and other Okwu youths were said to be passing through Umuajata on their way to the celebration grounds when they were ambushed.

According to eyewitness accounts, a fight broke out, during which Samson was stabbed in the neck and macheted in the arm. He reportedly bled to death on the spot before help could arrive.

A source told our correspondent that community elders had previously intervened, warning against any escalation. Unfortunately, their appeals were ignored.

“Elders from both sides had tried to settle the differences earlier, but the situation got out of hand. Aside from the person killed, several others sustained injuries during the ambush,” the source said.

In response to the violence, the Umuahia South Local Government Area has suspended all Igba Ekpe masquerade activities associated with the New Yam Festival.

A statement issued by the LGA Chairman, Chinedu Enwereuzo, after an emergency peace and security meeting with traditional rulers, security chiefs, and stakeholders, cited rising insecurity as the reason for the suspension.

“The Igba Ekpe associated with Iriji (New Yam) festivals is suspended across Umuahia South LGA until further notice. This decision stems from intelligence linking certain festivities to insecurity and criminal activities,” the statement read in part.

Enwereuzo urged residents to prioritize peace and unity, stressing that the safety of lives and property remains the administration’s top concern.

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