Panic as Security operatives allegedly kill seven [7] wedding guests
There was tension in Imo State after gunmen suspected to be Ebubeagu Security operatives allegedly killed seven wedding guests on Monday.
The incident, which occurred on Sunday, sparked widespread panic in the state.
The victims were said to be returning to their community in Otulu, Oru East Local Government Area, from Awomama, Oru West LGA, when the gunmen opened fire on them.
Nnamdi Agbor, the President General of the Otulu community, confirmed the incident to reporters and stated that seven people died on the spot.
When contacted, Micheal Abattam, the Police Spokesperson, confirmed the incident and stated that an investigation had begun.
He said: “Our people were coming back from Awo Omamma around 7pm after a traditional wedding. Ebube Agu operatives saw them in motorcycles and opened fire on them. As I speak to you, we have recovered seven dead bodies who are our people. Five are missing. Two are critically injured and hospitalised while the other person who sustained minor injuries has been discharged.
“This is very unfortunate. Our people are angry. They are protesting. There was no cause for the killing. They were just riding home when the Ebubeagu Security outfit opened fire on them. This has never happened before.
“We have reported the incident to the security agents. The commissioner of police and the commander of the 34 Artillery Brigade Command Obinze have visited. The DPO is also assisting. I have reported the killing to the member representing us at the National Assembly.
“The celebrant is Chijioke Nnanna. Those arrested are Uchenna Orjiribeka, Chido Ekesinachi and Nnamdi Ekesinachi. Those in the hospital are Oluebube Agbor and Thank God Iheukwumere. Those who were killed are, Chigozie Obinwa, Ozioma, Chikere Anyadioha, Ifechi Ekesinachi, Emeka Ekesinachi , Aboy Ihegboro and Chijindu. Five persons are still missing,” he said.
When contacted, Micheal Abattam, the Police Spokesperson, confirmed the incident and stated that an investigation had begun.
