Seven people have been killed and several others injured in an attack by suspected members of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) in Imo State, Nigeria. The incident occurred in the communities of Ndi-Ejezie, Umualaoma, and Ndiakunwanta in Arondizuogu, Ideato North Local Government Area.
The attack happened on Friday morning, with gunmen on motorbikes storming the villages and opening fire on locals without warning. The victims included shop owners, customers, and people simply passing by, with some shot while relaxing in bars or playing board games. Eyewitnesses reported that about 12 people were initially feared dead, but the police confirmed seven fatalities.
The Imo State Police Command has deployed tactical units to comb the affected areas and identify the perpetrators. The police commissioner, Aboki Danjuma, condemned the attack as “barbaric, inhumane, and totally unacceptable”. The command has urged the public to remain calm and vigilant, and to cooperate with security operatives.
The police are investigating the incident and have taken proactive security measures to prevent further attacks and restore lasting peace in the region. Anyone with useful information is encouraged to contact the nearest police station or reach out through the Command’s emergency lines. The attack has sparked widespread outrage and calls for increased security measures to protect lives and property in the state.
