Anambra residents flee after sighting large armed Fulani strangers

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Residents of Isuaniocha community, in the Awka North Local Government Area of Anambra State on Saturday night fled the area following alleged influx of people suspected to be Fulani .

A source said the locals saw a truck loaded with Fulani men in the community.

Consequently, “The President General of the community, Frank Okpume, issued a statement purporting that the vehicle zoomed off immediately after dropping the suspected strange elements.

He enjoined residents to be careful and vigilant.

A resident of the area who preferred anonimity, said ,”The entire community is thrown into confusion as people are jittery. Many hurriedly left the area for neighbouring communities.

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“Last night was one of the longest nights I have ever had . The message came in very late around 11.30pm about alleged armed Fulani men, who were brought into a forest in Isuaniocha.

“It was vigil last night for everyone resident in Isuaniocha and nearby Mgbakwu, where I live. As I speak, many families have moved to Awka, abandoning their homes.

” I join the President General to call on the government to investigate this matter to prevent any attack on the people, as is being feared. Urgent step needs to be taken “

Reacting, the Police Public Relations Officer, Ikenga Tochukwu, confirmed the incident.

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He said the command had deployed a police team to area, calling on residents to remain calm.

He said, “The command has since deployed a police team on the receiving of the information. The area is calm.

“We urge the good people of Anambra especially those in the area not to panic but work with the police and other security agencies in identifying the bad elements among them.”

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