Gunmen in the early hours of Thursday attacked and set ablaze the Neni police station in Anaocha Local Government Area of Anambra State, with improvised explosive devices.
The gunmen numbering about 30 also attacked and burnt the Anaocha Local Government secretariat
Some sources claimed that the gunmen whisked away some police operatives, including a female police officer during the attack.
The Public Relations Officer of the command, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, who debunk claims of abduction however confirmed the sacking of the police station.
The police spokesperson said, “No life was lost, no policeman was whisked away and no arm was taken away. Instead, the hoodlums threw IEDs into the police facility which torched part of the building.
“Our operatives’ gallantry resisted the attackers which made them flee. Operations are still ongoing and further development shall be communicated, please.”
