Crime
Army raids IPOB in Enugu, clarifies video of shooting
The Nigerian Army has confirmed the raid of IPOB hideouts in Enugu as it dismisses a trending video of soldiers shooting in the area.
The attack on the camp took place Monday night in Mgbowo under Agwu Local Government Area.
Major Abubakar Abdullahi, acting Deputy Director of Army Public Relations said two IPOB ESN ring leaders were arrested in the operation.
“They are currently undergoing interrogation with a security agency,” the spokesman said in a statement on Tuesday.
Abdullahi said there was no incident of indiscriminate firing or unprovoked burning of houses during the raid.
Concerning a trending video claiming to have captured the military operation in Agwu, Abdullahi said, “Investigation into the video is ongoing to ascertain when and where it was shot and those involved.
“Any personnel found culpable would be sanctioned accordingly. Updates will be communicated when investigation is completed.”
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