The sleepy communities of Ndi Ejezie, Umualoma and Ndiakuwata was thrown into mourning as suspected IPOB/ESN members killed seven persons, with several others sustaining various degrees of injuries.
This was made known through a statement by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Henry Okoye.
According to him, the Commissioner of Police, Imo State Command, CP Aboki Danjuma, strongly condemned the gruesome attack carried out in the early hours of Friday, 25th July 2025, at Ndi-Ejezie, Umualaoma, and Ndiakuwata Uno, in Arondizuogu, Ideato North local government area.
CP Danjuma described the attack as barbaric, inhumane, and totally unacceptable.
He assured the public that the Command has deployed adequate operational and intelligence assets to identify, apprehend, and bring the perpetrators to justice.
Consequently, the CP led tactical unit for intense combing of the affected areas and affirmed that the situation is now under control, assuring that proactive security measures have been taken to forestall further attacks and restore lasting peace in the region.
While expressing heartfelt sympathy to the families of those who lost their lives, CP Danjuma prayed for the peaceful repose of the deceased and speedy recovery for the injured.
He also condoled the bereaved and encouraged them to remain strong during this difficult time.
The Command urged members of the public to remain calm, vigilant, and law-abiding.
“Anyone with useful information that can assist ongoing investigations is encouraged to contact the nearest police station or reach out through the Command’s emergency lines: 08034773600 or 08103341610.
The PPRO assured that all information will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.
