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The recent arrest of Simon Ekpa, linked to the violent gunmen attacks, has done little to quell the growing intensity of the Monday sit-at-home in the southeast. The situation continues to worsen as tensions mount across the region.
The intense exchange of gunfire continued in nearby bushes, with no casualty figures reported . As of press time, there were no official statements from the Nigerian Army or the Abia State Government.
Mbata village in Umuchima, Isiala Ngwa North Local Government Area of Abia State, turned into a battleground on Monday morning, November 25, as troops from the Nigerian Army’s 14 Brigade, Ohafia, confronted unidentified gunmen in a fierce shootout.
At approximately 6 a.m., reports indicate that a convoy of over 15 Hilux vehicles and armored personnel carriers entered the village, seeking suspected gunmen allegedly hiding by a river along the Abia-Imo State border, near the Mbaise axis.
Locals confirmed that soldiers had taken over crucial junctions leading into and out of the area. “We heard gunshots early this morning,” a resident disclosed, sharing that the escalating violence caused many to abandon their homes for shelter.
The clash came days after Abia State Governor Alex Otti reiterated his administration’s commitment to combat insecurity. Following a meeting with top security officials last week, Otti vowed to restore peace across the state.
Attack Anambra vigilante operatives, injure one, burn vehicle
Again, gunmen have launched another attack on operatives of the Anambra State Vigilante Service.
The incident happened along the Amesi-Uga Road in Aguata Local Government Area, Anambra State.
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A source stated that the incident left one vigilante member injured, while their operational vehicle was set ablaze.
The Anambra State Police Spokesman, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, confirmed the incident in a press statement released yesterday.
He said police operatives responded swiftly to the attack, rescuing the injured vigilante who was immediately taken to the hospital and is now receiving treatment.
According to Ikenga, the police secured the scene of the attack to prevent further criminal activity and ensure properties and goods were safeguarded.
He noted that joint security forces have intensified patrols in the area, employing intelligence-led operations to deny the criminals the opportunity to cause further harm and facilitate their eventual arrest.
