Heavily armed assailants have struck again, attacking a police station in Oba, Idemili North Local Government Area, Anambra State. This marks the third such assault in recent weeks, following similar attacks in Nnewi and Nnobi that have already claimed several officers’ lives.
Details: The attack occurred early this morning, resulting in the death of a police corporal, whose name has yet to be disclosed. The assailants, suspected to be separatist militants, launched a coordinated assault that included firing sporadically and hurling a petrol bomb into the police facility. The explosion caused significant damage, including to the nearby Oba Civic Center.
Response: Anambra State Police authorities confirmed the incident. The State Command Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, reported that the fire was extinguished with the assistance of on-duty police officers and a joint security response team. In response to the attack, a comprehensive operation involving the Army, Navy, Civil Defence, and other security agencies has been launched in Oba and surrounding areas.
Official Reaction: Commissioner of Police CP Nnaghe Obono Itam condemned the attack as an egregious act of aggression against security personnel. He vowed that those responsible will be brought to justice.
The situation remains fluid, with ongoing operations to secure the area and prevent further violence.
