Abia State Government says it is currently working with
relevant security agencies in the State to unravel the source and nature of the
suspected explosive devices found at the Union Primary School, Afaraukwu in
Umuahia North LGA.
This was contained in a press release issued by the State
Commissioner for Information, Chief John Okiyi Kalu, on Thursday.
According to the Government, “While initial examination of
the devices show evidence of corrosion leading to suspicion of the materials
being relics of the civil war era, we are awaiting definite official report
from the EOD squad of the Nigeria Police who are currently investigating the
incident.
“Meanwhile, necessary measures have been taken to protect the pupils and staff of the school with security sweeps ongoing while the school is temporarily closed.
“Governor Okezie Ikpeazu has directed security agencies to
embark on proactive checks in other vulnerable locations out of abundance of
caution.
“While we are grateful to God that there is no harm to life
or property, we urge citizens and residents to continue to maintain vigilance
and report suspicious situations to security agents, ” the release concluded.
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