The Imo State Commissioner of Police, CP Aboki Danjuma, has pledged a thorough investigation into the tragic bomb explosion that claimed two lives and injured others at the International Market in Orlu Local Government Area. Visiting the scene of the explosion on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, the Commissioner assured residents of heightened security measures to prevent further incidents, expressing his determination to bring the perpetrators to justice.
According to ASP Henry Okoye, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of Imo State, the explosion, which occurred around 12:40 p.m., resulted in the death of two individuals suspected to be part of the group responsible for the incident. “Our preliminary findings suggest that the explosion turned against the masterminds while they were attempting to set off the device,” Okoye stated. He further revealed that two bystanders were also injured in the blast and have since received medical attention.
The explosion is believed to be linked to previous incidents in the area. Okoye noted that the deceased suspects may have been involved in earlier improvised explosive device (IED) attacks on November 3, 2024, which left two people injured in the Omuma and Orlu communities. While investigations continue, the police are pursuing leads to confirm their involvement in these previous attacks.
CP Aboki Danjuma was joined by Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) operatives for a firsthand assessment of the explosion site. Extending his sympathies to the injured victims, he assured residents that the affected area has been cleared of any remaining explosive threats. Enhanced security protocols have been put in place to ensure public safety and avert future incidents.
The police commissioner urged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious items or individuals to the nearest police station or through the command’s emergency line at 0803 477 3600. He affirmed the commitment of the police force to continue their investigation with full resolve, aiming to apprehend all those involved in the attack.
As the investigation unfolds, the Imo State Police Command is working diligently to bring a sense of security back to the community. The police force remains focused on delivering justice and maintaining peace in the region, as they pursue every lead to ensure that those responsible are held accountable.
