Soldiers and Gunmen Clash in Imo: Eyewitness Calls it the “October Movement”

Intense Gun Battle Erupts in Aba, Imo State

On Tuesday night, soldiers and unidentified gunmen engaged in a fierce gun battle at a military checkpoint in Aba, located in the Ehime Mbano Council Area of Imo State. The confrontation reportedly lasted over two hours, leaving the local community in shock.

Eyewitness Accounts

An eyewitness shared the details with news reporters in Owerri, describing the chaotic scene. A viral video captured the aftermath, showing bloodstained vehicles belonging to the soldiers engulfed in flames. Another observer, who filmed the incident, referred to it as the “October movement,” claiming, “We have sacked them. This used to be the Ehime Mbano Local Government headquarters, and they turned it into an Army camp. They should leave it for us.”

Uncertainty and Community Impact

As of the latest updates, the number of casualties remains unclear, with reports unverified regarding whether the injured were soldiers or gunmen. Tensions have escalated in the surrounding communities, prompting many villagers to flee to safer areas, including Owerri and neighboring councils.

The Imo State Police Public Relations Officer, Henry Okoye, has yet to respond to inquiries regarding the incident.

Stay tuned for further updates on this developing situation as it unfolds.

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