According to available reports, the monarch was attacked by unknown assailants in what is suspected to be an assassination attempt. The incident threw the community into panic as residents scampered for safety following the sound of gunshots.
King Baridam was immediately rushed to a hospital for medical attention. Although details surrounding his current condition remain sketchy, sources say he survived the attack and is responding to treatment.
Confirming the incident, the Rivers State Police Command disclosed that an investigation has commenced to uncover the circumstances behind the shooting. The police also stated that efforts are underway to track down and arrest those responsible for the attack.
The motive for the assault has not yet been established, and authorities have urged members of the public with useful information to assist the police in their investigation.
Meanwhile, the attack has sparked outrage and concern among Ogoni leaders and residents, who have called on security agencies to swiftly bring the perpetrators to justice and ensure the safety of traditional rulers across the state.
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