Identifier IBD033029
Title Communal Clash, Ebonyi
Description Troops of the Special Engineer Regiment killed a gunman when they intervened in a communal crisis between Iyimagwu and Ekpomaka communities. They reportedly came under fire from an abandoned building and returned fire, killing the victim and recovering one G3 rifle, 50 rounds of 7.62mm Special ammunition, 16 rounds of 7.62mm NATO ammunition, and four hand grenades. Another report stated that many people, including women and children, died in the encounter. It is assumed that at least 5 people died.
Start date 2025-08-09
End date 2025-08-09
Duration 1 Day(s)
Place Iyimagwu and Ekpomaka
Number of death(s) 3
Number of death(s) according to police NaN
Number of death(s) according to press 3
Protagonists community, army
Relations community vs community
Causes of violence land issue
Sources of information The Guardian (1 ) , Other newpapers 1 (5 )
LGA Ikwo