Gunmen Strike, Killing Two Policemen During Commissioner’s Visit in Imo State
A wave of insecurity continues to grip Imo State in Nigeria’s South-east as gunmen launched a deadly attack, killing two police officers at Ahiara Junction in Ahiazu Mbaise Local Government Area.
The assailants struck on Monday during the visit of the newly appointed Commissioner of Police in the state, Danjuma Aboki, to officers in the council area, according to a report by Punch newspaper.
The attackers, taking advantage of the police commissioner’s visit, opened fire on officers, resulting in the tragic killing of two policemen on the spot.
Tragically, a male resident, yet to be identified, also lost his life due to a stray bullet fired during the assault.
Henry Okoye, the police spokesperson in Imo State, confirmed the incident and revealed that a manhunt has been initiated to apprehend the assailants.
The Commissioner of Police, alongside other security operatives, is actively involved in the investigation, aiming to gather evidence that could lead to the arrest of those responsible for the attack.
Imo State has witnessed a worsening security situation, with frequent attacks by armed individuals targeting security agencies, government officials, and facilities.
This recent incident follows closely on the heels of the abduction and subsequent killing of the traditional ruler of Otulu Community in Ezinihitte Mbaise Local Government Area just two days prior.
In the face of escalating violence, Chiedoziem Anyanwu, a ward chairperson of the Peoples Democratic Party in the state, was also killed by gunmen.
While the Nigerian government has pointed fingers at the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) for these attacks, the group vehemently denies any involvement in the violence.
IPOB, advocating for the establishment of an independent state of Biafra, refutes the accusations made by the government.
Source: Premium Times
