The operatives of the Imo State Police Command on Sunday, September 15 successfully neutralized three terrorists who swooped at the Divisional Police Headquarters in Njaba Local Government Area of the state.
The terrorists suspected to be members of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPoB and its military wing, Eastern Security Network, ESN, reportedly stormed the station in three Sports Utility Vehicles, SUVs.
According to the spokesman of the command, Assistant Superintendent of Police Henry Okoye, the hoodlums, on arrival launched a violent assault on the police headquarters with sporadic gunfire.
ASP Henry Okoye further disclosed that the operatives of the command however returned fire for fire and killed three of the attackers during the gun duel.
The police spokesman listed weapons of mass destruction recovered from the terrorists to include one GPMG(General Purpose Machine Gun) and one AK 47 rifle as well as the three SUVs.
ASP Okoye added that an intense operation led by the state Commissioner of Police, CP, Aboki Danjuma is already working to apprehend the suspects who fled the scene into the surrounding bushes.
He said; "On September 15, 2024, police operatives successfully repelled an attack on the Njaba Divisional Headquarters by hoodlums suspected to be affiliated with the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed militia, the Eastern Security Network (ESN).
"The attackers, arriving in three SUVs, 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.
"During the operation, 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, CP Aboki Danjuma has commended the bravery of the operatives and assured the 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.
Imo State has three flashpoints namely Orsu, Njaba and Okigwe Local Government Areas. Attacks are witnessed almost on a daily basis in these council areas. It is feared that the forthcoming council polls in the state may not hold in these areas.
