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Gunmen kill 9 near Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka

Gunmen kill 9 near Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka

Tragedy struck in Awka, Anambra State, as no fewer than nine people were reportedly killed by suspected gunmen in a brazen attack near Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK).

The incident occurred around 10 a.m. in Ifite-Awka, behind the university’s school gate.

Eyewitnesses reported that the assailants arrived in two vehicles and began shooting randomly, causing chaos in the area.

While some locals described the incident as a cult-related clash, a source suggested that the attackers’ operational style resembled that of Biafra agitators.

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In the crossfire, bullets hit several bystanders, leading to additional casualties.

Anambra State Police Public Relations Officer, Tochukwu Ikenga, confirmed the incident, stating that a responding team had secured the scene by 9:15 a.m. as investigations continue into the motive behind the attack and those responsible for the killings.

Ikenga said: “Preliminary information shows that the armed men unprovoked started shooting sporadically and some bullets fatally hit four persons in the area and were rushed to the hospital for aid by the police operatives.

“Also, some empty shells of bullets have been recovered at the scene. Meanwhile, operations are ongoing in the area and further details shall be communicated, please.”

 

Gunmen kill 9 near Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka

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