A quiet night turned tragic in Nawfia, a community in Njikoka Local Government Area of Anambra State, after unknown gunmen invaded the area and unleashed terror on residents.
According to eyewitnesses, the armed men stormed the community late in the night, shooting sporadically and causing residents to flee for safety. While the exact number of casualties has not been confirmed, several people are feared dead, with many others injured during the chaos.
Sources within the community revealed that the attackers arrived in multiple vehicles and targeted key spots in the area, leaving a trail of destruction that has thrown Nawfia into mourning. The sound of heavy gunfire reportedly lasted several minutes, forcing families to hide indoors until the shooters escaped.
Security operatives arrived at the scene after the attackers had fled, beginning an investigation into the incident. Residents are now calling on the Anambra State Government and security agencies to intensify efforts to protect rural communities, which have suffered repeated attacks in recent times.
Authorities have yet to release an official statement, but the incident has sparked fear and tension across Njikoka LGA, with many worried about the safety of their loved ones.
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