The military high command has vowed to retaliate against the sudden attack and killings of soldiers on duty at Obikabia Junction Checkpoint in Obingwa Local Government Area of Abia State on Thursday, May 30, 2024, by the terrorist groups, Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and Eastern Security Network (ESN).
Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Edward Buba, in a statement, said “The Troops of OP UDO KA deployed at Obikabia Junction Checkpoint in Obingwa Local Government Areas adjourning Aba metropolis in Abia State were attacked and sadly killed by terrorists of IPOB/ESN.
“The troops deployed to enforce peace in the area and protect the citizens were massed and attacked by the terrorists. The terrorist in three tinted Prado Toyota SUVs and others from built-up areas surrounding the checkpoint, sprang a surprise attack on the checkpoint.”
According to General Buba, “The attack sadly took the lives of five personnel of the armed forces killed in action, and six civilians in the crossfire.
“The armed forces mourn the death of these troops as every soldier lost in battle is a terrible loss. Meanwhile, investigations are ongoing concerning the attack.
“Overall, it must be reiterated that the lifeline of the terrorist is the people and this situation is no exception. Winning the war without the support of the people is close to impossible. The IPOB capitalised on this to perpetrate attacks on the troops. The situation leaves more to be desired.
“Accordingly, the military must retaliate against this dastardly act against troops. The military would be fierce in its response. We would bring overwhelming military pressure on the group to ensure their total defeat,” Buba vowed.
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