At least one person has been killed and two injured following a clash between members of the proscribed Islamic Movement of Nigeria also known as Shi’ites, and security agents at Banex Plaza Abuja.
It was gathered that the unfortunate incident happened when confrontation erupted between the group and security operatives on Saturday.
INFORMATION NIGERIA learnt that an attempt by men of Nigeria army to prevent Shi’ite protesters from participating in an International Qudus Day procession, led to multiple injuries and death of one person.
This was confirmed in a statement on Saturday by Spokesperson for Federal Capital Territory Police Command, Josephine Adeh.
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Adeh disclosed that at about 2:20 PM, the Command received a distress call reporting a violent assault on security personnel by IMN members armed with dangerous weapons in the Banex Area, Aminu Kano Crescent, Wuse 2.
She added that upon swift deployment to the scene, police and security personnel encountered intense gunfire from the attackers, resulting in the serious injury of three security operatives who were promptly transported to the National Hospital, where one was pronounced dead.
He added that 19 suspects have been arrested in connection with the incident, while others managed to escape.
The statement partly reads: “Nineteen suspects have been arrested in connection with this incident, while others managed to escape.
“Normalcy has since been fully restored, and investigations are ongoing to ensure that all perpetrators are brought to justice. CP Ajao Saka Adewale emphasized that actions are being implemented to apprehend those responsible for this heinous act.
“The Commissioner warns that attacks on security operatives who risk their lives to protect citizens will not be tolerated. He urges residents to remain calm and cooperate with law enforcement agencies.”
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