BREAKING: Many killed as gunmen attack Soludo’s hometown in Anambra

Several persons, including soldiers have been killed after gunmen attacked the Isuofia community of Aguata Local Government Area of Anambra State.

Isuofia is the country home of governor of Anambra State, Prof Chukwuma Soludo.

Two soldiers and four of the attacking hoodlums died in a fierce gun battle between the gunmen and soldiers stationed in the community, Daily post reports.

Anambra State Police Command Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Tochukwu Ikenga, confirmed the incident, and the state’s Commissioner for Information, Paul Nwosu, also confirmed the story in a statement.

Ikenga said Police operatives have been deployed to the scene, and that normalcy has been restored in the area, while Nwosu urged Indigenes to alert security officials when they notice security breaches.

Nwosu said: “A gang of gunmen struck the Nigerian Army checkpoint at Afor-Uzo Junction, Isuofia, this morning. Unfortunately for the hoodlums, they met their Waterloo.

“Our gallant and alert security agents who gave them a hot chase immediately returned fire and neutralised four of the gang members in a fierce exchange of shootings. Their Toyota Avenza with which they launched the deadly operation was recovered.”

He further added: “The government of Anambra State wishes to reassure the people of their safety, especially during this yuletide season. If you see something; please say something to help our vigilant security agents protect you better. “