There was pandemonium in Ughelli, Delta State, as gunmen shot sporadically during an attack at a mosque on Friday, 2 December.
The attack occurred around 6:47am after some worshippers showed up for prayers at the central mosque, located along Okoroda street in Ughelli.
The State police spokesperson, Bright Edafe, confirmed the incident on Friday.
He disclosed that 11 worshippers were injured. He, however, did not confirm if any worshipper was abducted.
Edafe said: “I just called the DPO at Ughelli and he confirmed to me that 11 persons were injured in the attack at the mosque.
“However, the police have commenced investigation into the incident and we will update you as we work to unravel the culprits.
“For now, no arrest has been made but I can assure you that we will get those involved.”
