Many feared dead in security clash with IPOB in Enugu

Many feared dead in security clash with IPOB in Enugu

Many feared dead in security clash with IPOB in Enugu

Several people are feared dead after security agents clashed with members of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB in Enugu.

The clash, at Emene axis, caused chaos in the area.

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It happened on Sunday morning, sending church goers running from services.

Witnesses said it began after policemen invaded Emene’s Community Secondary School, where IPOB members were meeting, for a dispersal and arrest.

IPOB members are reported to have resisted and overpowered security officials.

A reinforcement, with over a dozen patrol vans of armed security comprising police, army and DSS was called in.

Gunshots and teargas fumes are reported in the area along old Abakaliki Road.

Pictures have emerged ostensibly from the incident showing some men laying dead on the street.

The police is yet to comment.