A wave of deadly attacks has prompted urgent action from security authorities. In Agwa community, Oguta Local Government Area, five people were reportedly killed and others kidnapped at three different attacks in less than two weeks by gunmen suspected to be herders.
The Imo State Police Command is now restrategizing to combat the growing threat.
The calm of Agwa community in Oguta Local Government Area was shattered recently when gunmen suspected to be herders launched a brutal attack that left at least five residents dead.
The renewed violence has sparked fears and tension among locals.
Concerned by the spate of killings and abductions, the Imo State Commissioner of Police, Aboki Danjuma, convened a high-level security meeting in Oguta with key stakeholders — including traditional rulers, youth leaders, community heads, and the leadership of Miyetti Allah.
The Commissioner of Police emphasized the importance of collaboration, community vigilance, and intelligence sharing as key tools in addressing the crisis.
Oguta, a critical oil-producing area, is vital to Imo State’s economy. Any disruption to peace in this region could have far-reaching implications.
As authorities work to contain the threat and reassure residents, many here are hoping that the latest efforts will lead to real, lasting security.
