
Unknown gunmen have reportedly killed an unspecified number of policemen in Ohafia local government area of Abia state. These incidents have reportedly happened at early hour of the day in Ebem, Asaga area at about 7:30 am on Wednesday, November 20.
Residents say that there is tension and wild uproar at Owerrinta, located along the Umuahia-Aba Federal Expressway in Abia state.
The Sun News reported that the area has been deserted as residents scampered for safety over fear. This is coming few days after gunmen ambushed and attacked police officers killing an inspector who was providing security for a federal lawmaker.
The attack occurred near Umuahia South local government area (LGA) secretariat in Ubakala, Abia state, on Sunday, November 17.
Maureen Chinaka, the state Police Public Relations Officer is yet to comment on the unfortunate incident.