ANAMBRA MARKET ATTACK CLAIMS LIFE OF 15-YEAR-OLD BOY
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By: Balogun Ibrahim
A 15-year-old boy was killed during an attack at Ogbakoba Market Arena in Anambra State, allegedly carried out by members of the banned Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed wing, the Eastern Security Network (ESN).
Security expert Zagazola Makama reported the incident on X on Sunday, stating it occurred around 1:40 p.m. on February 21. Armed men reportedly emerged from a forest camp in Amiyi community and opened sporadic gunfire on traders and residents.
“The attackers stormed the market, seemingly attempting to kidnap or rob residents, causing panic as traders and customers fled for safety,” Makama wrote. “A 15-year-old boy was killed while security operatives repelled the attack. A joint task force patrol team stationed at Amiyi engaged the hoodlums in a fierce gun duel, forcing them to retreat into the forest with bullet wounds.”
Makama added that the boy was struck by a stray bullet during the exchange of fire. He was rushed to a nearby hospital but was confirmed dead on arrival.
“His body has been taken to the morgue for autopsy and preservation,” Makama said.
Attempts to reach the state Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, for comment were unsuccessful, as calls and messages went unanswered at the time of reporting.
The attack comes shortly after a February incident in which unidentified gunmen, believed to be cultists, killed Ikwuka Okoye, also known as Anumili, the President-General of Ogidi community in Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State.
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