Two persons have been confirmed dead in Nnewi, Anambra State, as the Sit-at-home order given by the IPOB leaders turned violent.
The incident which occurred on Monday, August 9, has left fear in the minds of many, as they don’t know what else to expect from this order.
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Residents of the community told the Nation that they woke up to see the two lifeless bodies at Izuchukwu junction. Three buses were reportedly set ablaze in the industrial city of the state while a Toyota Camry vehicle was seen abandoned along the street with the driver said to have fled.
“We couldn’t believe our eyes when we came out to see two lifeless bodies of young men. Yet, nobody could explain who was responsible.”
The spokesperson of the state police command, Tochukwu Ikenga confirmed the incident saying:
“I can confirm to you that there was an incident in Nnewi roundabout, police operatives are currently there but details are a still sketchy. Further information will be communicated please”
See photos from the scene below
