Some yet-to-be-identified armed assailants have launched a brutal attack on St. Andrews Anglican Church in Isiokwe, Lilu community of Ihiala Local Government Area, Anambra State. The attackers reportedly killed two persons, set vehicles ablaze and torched the cleric’s residence in a coordinated early-morning assault that sent shockwaves through the community.

Eyewitnesses described scenes of chaos as worshippers and residents fled for safety while the gunmen unleashed destruction across the church premises. The motive behind the attack remains unclear, but residents say the incident has heightened fears in a region already grappling with pockets of insecurity.

Authorities are expected to begin investigations immediately, with security agencies urged to track down the perpetrators and restore confidence among locals. Will this latest strike push the government to intensify security measures across vulnerable communities? Visit www.jocomms.com for more news