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Again, tension gripped the people of Ogwashi-Uku, in Aniocha South Local Government Area of Delta State following the killing of a prominent cult kingpin, simply identified as Lucky, by a rival cult group in the community.

PUNCH Metro on Sunday observed that most businesses, especially drinking bars, games and shops remained closed for fear of any reprisal.

A youth leader in Ogwashi-Uku, who spoke to our correspondent on the ground of anonymity, said the killing of Lucky, described as a “7 star general” in the Vikings Confraternity, has raised tension in the community.

He said, “Lucky is a well-known figure and a feared leader of his confraternity. In short, he is referred to as a 7-star general.

“He was killed last Thursday and as I speak, there is tension in the community. Many residents are now living in fear.

“No doubt, there may likely be a reprisal. That is why you see uneasy calm in the community.