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Nigerian Army Kill 13 Civilians As They Invade Imo Community, Homes Destroyed
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Nigerian Army Kill 13 Civilians As They Invade Imo Community, Homes Destroyed

by Victor Ndubuisi
written by Victor Ndubuisi 2 minutes read

Several locals in the Imo State town of Awomama have reportedly died and others have been injured as a result of a serious Nigerian Army operation.

The video from @EmekaGiftOfficial shows that soldiers detonated explosives on civilian residences after arriving in five heavily armoured trucks.

According to eyewitnesses, the strike claimed the lives of at least 13 civilians, including men, women, and children.

Property valued at billions of Naira was destroyed, while numerous others were hurt or had to escape.

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As part of ongoing operations to deter their activities in the region, the army said that on July 20, 2024, troops from the Joint Task Force South East Operation UDO KA, in cooperation with other security agencies, raided and cleared the camps of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed affiliate, the Eastern Security Network (ESN).

The raids happened in the Mbaitoli Local Government Area of Imo State, specifically in Ezioha-Eziama Village. The ESN camp of infamous commander Lucio Agu, also known as B44, was targeted by joint troops from the Nigerian Army, Navy, Air Force, Police, Department of State Services, and the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps.

“Troops neutralised two IPOB/ESN commanders known as Asari and Mazi during the firefight, while others fled with varying degrees of gunshot wounds,” the statement reads.

102 rounds of unique 7.62mm ammunition, CCTV cameras, two AK-47 rifles with three magazines, and various charms were among the goods found.

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Simultaneously, in the Okigwe and Ummuneochi Local Government Areas of Imo and Abia States, troops of Sector 3 destroyed another IPOB/ESN camp near Ezere Forest, between Umuawa and Aku villages. The irredentists were outgunned and took cover in the neighbouring bushes, leaving behind a general-purpose machine gun, various ammo, four motorcycles, and four radios.

“We call on the good people of the South East to continue to provide credible and timely information that will help to annihilate the criminals in the region,” said the Joint Task Force South East Operation UDO KA in a plea for collaboration from the public. Callers can submit pertinent information by pressing the 193 button.

“Operation UDO KA will continue to carry out its constitutional roles in line with global best practices as laid down in the rules of engagement guiding its operations,” the task force declared, reiterating its commitment to protecting people and property.

 

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Fierce Battle In Asaba As Army, Police, DSS Gun Down IPOB/ESN Fighters
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HURIWA Reacts Over Military Invasion Of Imo Community Over Female Soldier’s Rescue

by Victor Ndubuisi
written by Victor Ndubuisi 4 minutes read

The Nigerian Army and the South-East security group Ebubeagu invaded Aku-Okigwe in Imo State on Monday in an effort to free a kidnapped female soldier, Lieutenant PP Johnson. This invasion was denounced on Monday by the Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria, or HURIWA.

The military’s method of blocking the entire stretch of federal highway from Okigwe in Imo State up to Lokpanta in Abia State on December 31, 2022, and leaving travelers stranded for hours while nearby villages were set on fire by soldiers, according to the group, completely violated the rules of engagement in internal security operations.

In a statement, Emmanuel Onwubiko, the national coordinator of HURIWA, also denounced the December 26, 2022, kidnapping of the female soldier by unidentified gunmen as she was visiting her grandmother.

Unknown Gunmen Attack Military Checkpoint, Kill Two In Imo Community

The rights organization urged intelligence community operators to apprehend the actual perpetrators of this unrelenting brutality, emphasizing that the kidnapping and murder of security forces personnel by thugs constitute unforgivable crimes against humanity.

The group warned state actors from using excessive force against the citizens of the neighborhood where the kidnapping took place in order to prevent collateral damage while ordering security personnel to go after the act’s perpetrators.

According to the report, a climate of fear was created for hundreds of thousands of residents who were in their home towns for the Christmas festivities because the majority of people who were still at home for the holiday season were unaware of the reasons behind the sporadic gunshots and the explosion of dozens of suspected hand grenade canisters.

The rights organization questioned why soldiers who should be professionally educated and maintained with taxpayer money would put innocent villages to such brutal ordeals.

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In an effort to find and save Lieutenant PP Johnson, sources claim that soldiers and Ebubeagu agents went on the rampage. Security personnel also burned villagers’ homes on fire, even though they had no connection to the crime of the kidnapping of the young soldier.

To be able to receive actionable intelligence and avoid the use of primitive mass attack and rampage by soldiers who should be professionals, the Chief of Army Staff must seriously consider the issue of civil-military relations and devise strategies to win the hearts and minds of the civilian population.

HURIWA’s Onwubiko said, “The reported invasion of Aku-Okigwe by military and Ebubeagu officers is condemnable just as the abduction and dehumanisation of Lieutenant PP Johnson by unknown gunmen. Hoodlums like those seen in a viral video torturing a female soldier do not deserve to be pardoned and security agents must go after them.

“However, in going after the perpetrators, the military must operate by the rules of engagement so as not to attract collateral damage to innocent citizens and residents of Aku-Okigwe.

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Military invasions on South-East communities have continued ineffectively. The military’s invasion of Aku-Okigwe is not their first. In December 2022, armed forces entered the Obeagu Community in the Ebonyi State’s Ishielu Local Government Area. Invading troops from Headquarters 82 Division wrecked havoc in the Abia State village of Amangu in November.

“In September, troops also invaded the Orsu Local Government Area of Imo and Orsumugho, border communities in the Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra, killing three residents. In 2021, soldiers invaded the Izombe community of Oguta Local Council of Imo, with its attendant escalated crisis.

“According to the International Society for Civil Liberties and Rule of Law, security agencies have killed 1,400 residents and razed 1,000 homes in 100 Igbo communities in the last 14 months.

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“The Theatre Commander of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) in the North-East, Major General Chris Musa on Saturday encouraged talks with the commanders of terror groups as part of the “non-kinetic” aspect of ending Nigeria’s 13-year insurgency war. If this is the case in the north as seen by many amnesty programmes by state governments and the Federal Government, why not try the same non-kinetic strategy to end the crisis in the South-East?”

 

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BREAKING: Unknown Gunmen Kidnap Popular Businessman In Imo
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Unknown Gunmen Attack Military Checkpoint, Kill Two In Imo Community

by Victor Ndubuisi
written by Victor Ndubuisi 1 minutes read

As gunmen stormed a military checkpoint on Ubomiri/Nwaorieubi road in the Mbaitoli Local Government Area of Imo State on Saturday night, tensions in Imo were palpable.

Newsmen learned that many have already left their homes out of fear of another attack, lamenting that they are unsure of where to flee.

According to a witness who requested anonymity on Sunday morning, there was intense gunfire that lasted for more than 45 minutes and resulted in two fatalities.

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The thugs, who allegedly opened fire on the soldiers, arrived in a Toyota Sienna about 7:30 p.m., parked far away because of heavy traffic, and then stormed the checkpoint, according to him.

In recent months, he claimed, gunmen had targeted security personnel as well as Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) headquarters.

The Army spokesperson, Capt. Joseph Akubo, did not return calls or respond to a message provided to him at the time this article was produced, thus attempts to elicit a response from the Army were unsuccessful.

 

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LATEST: Unknown Gunmen Kill Imo Monarch, Two Others

by Victor Ndubuisi
written by Victor Ndubuisi 2 minutes read

On Monday morning, a swarm of gunmen stormed the Obudi Agwa community in Imo State’s Oguta LGA, killing the monarch and two visitors.

According to Anaedoonline.ng, the hoodlums entered the palace of the community’s guardian of culture and tradition, Eze Assor, Udi of Obudi Agwa, and killed him as well as two others before fleeing.

The event occurred today morning about 9 a.m., according to Hon Obinna Jumbo, the coordinator of Agwa Development Centre.

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The assailants arrived in two white hummer buses and three motorcycles, he said.

The bodies of the traditional ruler and two others who were holding meetings with the monarch have been deposited at the mortuary, according to the community leader, who was close to tears while fielding queries from Newsmen.

Another community source, who requested anonymity, told Newsmen that the gunmen were alleged to have carried out the attack in two locations and then fled the scene.

He stated that the number of people slain could not be determined at this time since the tragic episode that broke peace and calm in Agwa village left inhabitants frightened, with most significant individuals fleeing to town for fear of being killed by the rampaging unknown gunmen.

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As of press time, Michael Abattam, spokesperson for the Imo Police Command, a Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP), was yet to speak on the killings.

 

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BREAKING: Unknown Gunmen Kidnap Popular Businessman In Imo
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UPDATE: Unknown Gunmen Attack Soldiers In Imo Community

by Victor Ndubuisi
written by Victor Ndubuisi 1 minutes read

According to the 34 Artillery Brigade of the Nigerian Army in Obinze, Owerri, gunmen attacked its officers on patrol on Monday at Izombe community, Oguta council area of Imo.

Capt. Joseph Akubo, the Brigade’s Spokesperson, verified this to reporters in Owerri on Monday.

According to Akubo, the incident occurred after soldiers were dispatched to the oil-rich community to quell youth unrest and other crimes in the area.

He explained that on Saturday, several unidentified individuals attacked and killed a truck driver, causing the soldiers to intensify patrol.

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“The soldiers were on routine patrol in the area when they came under attack by armed youths.

“Two days ago, a truck driver was killed; coupled with other criminal activities which had necessitated increased patrol.

“The oldiers were on normal patrol when they came under attack,” he said.

Akubo however said he had yet to confirm the casualty figure as the youths were still engaging the soldiers in fierce battle.

“I cannot tell you the casualty figure because the armed youths are still attacking our men who are taking cover in the buildings in the neighbourhood”, he said.

 

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Fear Grips Residents In Imo As Gunmen Set Houses, Shops On Fire
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Fear Grips Residents In Imo As Gunmen Set Houses, Shops On Fire

by Victor Ndubuisi
written by Victor Ndubuisi 2 minutes read

In the Izombe town in Imo state’s Ogutal local government area, unidentified gunmen are said to have set fire to around ten homes and businesses last night.

According to reports that reached Anaedoonline.ng at the time, on August 25, 2022, between 4:30 and 7:30 pm, in Izombe, some individuals brandishing guns attacked the neighborhood.

According to a source who talked with Newsmen, the development has raised tension in the neighborhood.

According to the source, who requested anonymity, among the locations impacted by the fire include Central Market, Amamuruegede, Eziama, Umuakpa, and Eke-well.

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Narrating the incident, the source said: “We saw men in a security uniform. They came in with about eight security vehicles fully armed. They drove in at about 4:30 pm.

“When we saw them people were afraid. As it was getting dark, all of a sudden they shot in the air and people started running. They went straight to some selected houses and shops and put fire on the buildings. They burnt more than ten houses.”

“As I am talking to you now, many people have abandoned their houses and fled into the bushes. Some of us don’t know the whereabouts of our children and wives. By tomorrow, we will come out and know the level of damage they have done. Till now, we don’t know the sins we have committed that we deserve this kind of attack,” the source told newsmen.

 

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After Killing Four Police Officers, Gunmen Invade Imo Community And Destroy Property Once More

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After killing four police officers in Imo state, gunmen invaded Izombe community in the state’s Oguta Local Government Area on Saturday, shooting sporadically and destroying property.

Reports have it that the unknown gunmen, destroyed many properties while residents scamper for safety.

As at the time of filling this report, it has not been ascertained if there is any loss of life.

 

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Unknown Gunmen Invade Imo Community, Many Feared Dead

by Victor Ndubuisi
written by Victor Ndubuisi 2 minutes read

Numerous persons were reportedly hurt when some unidentified gunmen invaded the hamlet of Orogwe in Imo State.

According to reports that reached Anaedoonline.ng on Tuesday, there was commotion in the Owerri Local Government Area of Imo State when the attackers entered the neighborhood and started firing randomly.

Residents told reporters that at least seven persons had been killed by gunshots, while other injured people had been transported to the emergency room of the Federal Medical Center in Owerri.

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According to reports, the unrest began when security personnel thought to be from the Ebubeagu Security organization raided the neighborhood and abducted a young person.

The yet-to-be-identified gunmen apparently emerged and started firing randomly in response to the unexpected raid by the presumed security group.

“Ebubeagu people came and took away a youth from the community. On Monday night, some men with guns came to the community and stormed a building site and opened fire. Seven persons died while others wounded were rushed to the FMC Owerri,” said a resident who spoke anonymously with Newsmen.

Anaedoonline.ng discovered that a passing okada rider was injured in the crossfire.

The young man was also hurried to the FMC Owerri emergency department, where he received medical attention.

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Villagers said there were more casualties than were actually confirmed by the hospital, according to a source at the FMC, but the hospital only confirmed six bodies, contrary to what residents claimed.

According to the source, there were many concerned friends, family members, and well-wishers of the victims crammed inside the hospital’s emergency room.

“The emergency unit is filled. Many people here. The unit is rowdy. Six dead bodies are here while others that are critically injured are being attended to by medical personnel,” the source at the FMC said.

 

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Youths Threaten Showdown As Herdsmen Invade Imo Community, Destroy Crops
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Youths Threaten Showdown As Herdsmen Invade Imo Community, Destroy Crops

by Victor Ndubuisi
written by Victor Ndubuisi 2 minutes read

The members of the Assa village in Imo State’s Ohaji-Egbema Local Government Area are calculating their losses after suspected herdsmen invaded their farmlands.

The residents demanded that the state government step in.

They also requested that the state’s Hausa/ Fulani leadership urge the accused to leave their neighborhood.

The current attack, according to locals, is the second this year.

According to one of the victims, Eddy, the herders damaged a lot of crops.

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“We are calling on the authorities to come to our aid. Fulani herdsmen are destroying our farmlands with their cows. They invaded our farmlands and destroyed our means of survival,” he said.

The Secretary of Umuepe Youth Movement, Amaechi Ezekwe, said hunger was imminent in the community due to the “nefarious activities of these herders.”

He said, “For over a week now, Fulani herdsmen have invaded our farmlands and destroyed crops running into millions of naira. The youth are threatening a showdown with them, but we are urging them to be calm. This was what they did last year. We are saying enough is enough.”

Another resident, Reuben Keruo, said the traditional ruler of the community had reported the incident to the leadership of the herders in the state, but nothing was done.

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He said, “Our people are naturally farmers, but as we speak we are losing everything. Our crops have been destroyed. The Fulani herdsmen in our community are destroying them. Let those concerned tell them to vacate our farmlands.”

The spokesperson for the police in the state, Micheal Abattam, had yet to respond to our correspondent’s inquiry on the incident as of press time.

 

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Unknown Gunmen Storm Monarch’s Palace, Abduct 15 Youths In Imo Community

by Victor Ndubuisi
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On Saturday, masked gunmen raided Ekwe Community in Imo State’s Isu Local Government Area and seized 15 male teenagers from the community, causing chaos.

According to a community elder, the gunmen invaded the village through the Njaba River, which separates Ekwe and Amucha communities in Njaba LGA.

Akubuo Princewill, a resident of Ekwe Community, told our correspondent over the phone that the gunmen abducted 15 young guys who were mining sand along the Njaba River.

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According to Akubuo, the gunmen shoot indiscriminately into the air and are looking for additional neighborhood youngsters to kidnap.

He claimed that when they were spotted from afar, some young men and other Indians rushed into adjacent bushes to avoid being kidnapped.

Akubuo appealed to the state government to come to the rescue of the community even as he wondered what could have informed the invasion of the community.

He said, “We are appealing to the state governor, Senator Hope Uzodimma to come to our rescue.

“This morning, some masked gunmen invaded our community, Ekwe through Amucha, arrested some young men who were excavating sand at Njaba River.

“After that, they went into the community shooting sporadically leading to people running helter-skelter.

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“Some ran into the surrounding bushes to escape arrest. The gunmen were arresting only male young men. They ignored girls and women as well as elderly men.

“Later, they stormed the palace of our traditional ruler, Eze Nicholas Ibekwe, commanded all to lie down and released about 20 gunshots into the air. They didn’t kill anybody but we are hearing that some might have sustained gunshot injuries.”

Eze Nicholas Ibekwe, the community’s traditional ruler, corroborated the account to our correspondent.

Eze Ibekwe revealed that four of the shooters attacked his palace and ordered everyone to lie down.

Before storming his castle, the monarch said he received intelligence that hooded gunmen had arrested 15 of his people who were mining sand near the Njaba River.

According to the royal father, one of the young men who was imprisoned but later released due to his sight impairment was the one who informed the community of the situation.

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Four of the shooters who assaulted the traditional king’s castle wore camouflage but no masks, according to the traditional ruler.

Eze Ibekwe also said that one of the shooters spoke Hausa, and one of the persons commanded to lie down at his palace, who spoke Hausa, answered to the gunman’s surprise.

The gunman then turned toward the king and remarked in pidgin English, “You claimed you’re a traditional ruler, but you dey teach criminals,” according to the monarch.

When contacted, Michael Abattam, a police spokesperson for the command, recommended the community to file a formal report with the local police station so that the police could investigate.

 

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