By Adetokunbo FAKEYE
Nigeria – The operatives of Imo State Police Command on September 15, 2024, successfully repelled an attack on the Njaba Divisional Headquarters by people suspected to be affiliated with the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed militia, the Eastern Security Network (ESN).
The attackers, as confirmed by the command’s spokesperson, ASP Okoye Henry, arrived at the station in three SUVs and launched a violent assault on the headquarters with sporadic gunfire.
“In response, the ever gallant operatives swiftly took up defensive positions and engaged the assailants, resulting in the neutralization of three attackers.
“The remaining assailants, who sustained various gunshot injuries, fled into nearby bushes”, Henry stated.
During the operation, he said, “our forces recovered one General Purpose Machine Gun, one AK-47 rifle, and three vehicles: a Toyota Lexus 470, a Mercedes GLK, and a Toyota Venza.
“An intense operation, led by the Commissioner of Police, Imo State Command, CP Aboki Danjuma, is currently underway to apprehend the fleeing suspects. The ongoing efforts aim to capture those responsible and ensure justice is served”.
Meanwhile, the state Commissioner of Police, CP Aboki Danjuma has commended the bravery of the operatives and as well assured the general public that the Command remains committed to enhancing the State’s internal security and will continue to take decisive actions against any threats to public peace.
