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Troops of the Nigeria Army have raided a handful of communities in Abia following the killing of five soldiers in Aba, the state capital.who were reportedly enforcing the sit-at-home directive of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra .
“They said two of the soldiers there killed during the sit-at-home enforcement are indigenes of Isiala-Ngwa north. As I speak, my community is deserted. People have run to neighbouring villages to seek refuge. The government should act fast to save the situation. The heavy presence of the military is very intimidating. It has grounded commercial activities here.
Another resident in Osisioma community in Abia, who also pleaded anonymity, told TheCable that soldiers had been patrolling the area and arresting youths in the area.The witness also said the presence and activities of the military have halted commercial activities in the community.
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