By Obinna Uballa
An advance team from the Office of the Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, came under attack in the early hours of Tuesday, December 2, while on duty at Sam Mbakwe Airport in Imo State.
The incident occurred between Umuowa and Ihite junction, shortly before the Sam Mbakwe Airport junction.
According to an official statement issued by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Njoku Ukoha, the convoy of Governor Otti was not involved in the attack, and no lives were lost during the unfortunate incident.
The statement read: “The general public is hereby informed that the convoy of Governor Otti was not involved in this attack, and no lives were lost during the unfortunate incident.”
Authorities are yet to confirm the identity of the attackers, who remain unidentified. Security agencies are expected to investigate the incident to prevent further threats in the area.
Governor Otti’s office assured residents and travelers that safety measures have been heightened to ensure the security of all government personnel and the public in transit.
