Tragedy struck in Aba, Abia State, as an unknown number of Nigerian soldiers were killed in an ambush by gunmen on Biafra Heroes Day, declared by the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) across the South-East. The incident occurred on Thursday at the Obikabia junction in Ogbor Hill,
according to video reports posted on social media by multiple sources.
The soldiers were ambushed, resulting in a deadly attack. A video posted on social media by a resident showed men setting a military car on fire, with gunshots heard in the background. The streets were empty as residents observed the sit-at-home order.
The identities of the assailants remain unknown, and the Nigerian Army has not released an official statement regarding the incident, as details are still emerging.
Earlier, IPOB had declared a May 30 sit-at-home across the five Southeast states, warning that there would be no business activities and no movements to honor Igbo people killed during the civil war of 1967-1970.
The Enugu State government rejected the sit-at-home order, saying it had put security agencies on red alert to resist any attempt at breaking law and order. IPOB had also advised the West African Examination Council to shift WASSCE papers slated for May 30 and the Nnamdi Azikiwe University in Anambra State to shift its convocation slated for the same date.
Heavy security presence was observed in major markets and schools across Anambra State, with residents making last-minute purchases to avoid being stranded.
The incident is a stark reminder of the ongoing security challenges facing the region, and the need for continued vigilance and cooperation among security agencies and residents to prevent such incidents.
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