Businesses, including markets, schools, banks and motor parks on some popular streets in Awka, the Anambra State capital, were closed on Thursday.
This action was in observance of Biafra Remembrance Day, as declared by the banned secessionist group, the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB).
Numerous messages have been circulating online, allegedly from IPOB members, threatening anyone who leaves their home on May 30.
Meanwhile, police in Anambra State have reported the arrest of an individual who was part of a group enforcing the sit-at-home order.
A press release by the spokesperson of the command, SP Tochukwu Ikenga stated that: “The Command is fully aware of secessionists activities and urges the law-abiding citizens of Anambra to disregard such propaganda.
“As a recent example, on May 29, 2024, at approximately 2:00 PM, police operatives laid an ambush on miscreants along Oba flyover in Idemili South.
“This led to the interception of a gang of four armed men operating on motorbikes. During the encounter, one miscreant was apprehended, while the other three managed to evade capture, sustaining bullet injuries in the process.
“The operatives recovered a locally made Barreta pistol, four expended cartridges, two phones, and incriminating evidence indicative of unpatriotic and disloyal behavior towards the Nigerian government.
“Rest assured, the police, along with other security agencies, have mobilized law enforcement resources to ensure the safety and security of every citizen in the state.”
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