An explosion has occurred in Obinwanne community, Njaba Local Government Area of Imo State, leaving one person dead and two others injured.
The incident happened on Thursday when a man identified as Chinworeke Mmadu lost his life after the device he was carrying went off.
Two passers-by who sustained injuries during the blast were rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Eyewitnesses alleged that the deceased may have been attempting to plant the device in a market within the area when it exploded.
Some residents also linked him to a group claiming to agitate for Biafra.
The Imo State Police Command confirmed the development, stating that the explosion occurred while the victim was in possession of the device.
According to the command, officers from the Njaba Divisional Headquarters responded immediately after receiving a distress call and secured the scene.
The Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of Operations, alongside operatives from the Explosive Ordnance Disposal Unit, visited the site and declared it safe after sweeping the area.
The Commissioner of Police in the state, Aboki Danjuma, wished the injured victims a quick recovery and assured residents that security operatives remain committed to protecting lives and property.If You’re Reading From Phoenix Click On Read Original at the top To Read Full Article
He urged members of the public to stay calm, remain alert, and provide useful information that can help maintain safety.
𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁𝘀𝗔𝗽𝗽 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗹 𝗧𝗼 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗟𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀 𝗔𝘀 𝗜𝘁'𝘀 𝗗𝗿𝗼𝗽!
