WRITTEN BY: Chioma Madonna Ndukwu
A violent gun battle is underway between the Nigerian Army’s 14 Brigade and unidentified gunmen in Umuchima village, Abia State, beginning early on November 25, 2024. Eyewitnesses report the arrival of over 15 Hilux vehicles and armored personnel carriers, with the soldiers focusing on suspected gunmen near a river bordering Imo State.
Key junctions around the village are under Army control, while gunfire continues, but no official statements have been made. This conflict follows a deadly attack on soldiers in Umuahia, raising fears of a potential reprisal. Senator Austin Akobundu has urged restraint to prevent further violence. Concerns about the region’s instability and security are growing, signaling the need for swift government action.
The ongoing violence in Abia State highlights the urgent need for stronger security measures to protect civilians and restore peace in the region.
