Apparently angered by the continuous mass killings in Imo State, the Commissioner of Police, Aboki Danjuma has personally led a squad of joint security team to Forests in Okigwe area of the state, in search of the leaders and members of the Biafra Liberation Army that comprises of Black Marine often operating between Nigeria and Cameron borders, Biafra Resistance Fighters always operating within the Southeast states especially coordinating attacks against Nigeria security infrastructures within the connecting forests between Okigwe in Imo, Umunneochi/Ohafia in Abia, Afikpo/Ishiagu in Ebonyi, Ihiala in Anambra and Awgu in Enugu among other sub groups that are mostly commanded by Ifeanyichukwu Okpegbu Okoromenta Eze a.k.a Major General GentleDYahoo who hails from Aku community in Okigwe local government area that is currently witnessing mass killings in recent days, this, the Director General of the Department of State Services, DSS DG, Adeola Oluwatosin Ajayi was seen in Imo State on Tuesday after a video went viral, showing three young men suspected to be members of Biafra fighters shot dead at a close range by someone suspected and widely believed to be Major General GentleDYahoo who had accused the three young men of armed robbery, thus, he said the three young men who maybe in their twenties abandoned their duty posts and used their Biafra service guns to rob passengers by collecting their phones after the passengers’ vehicle broke down on the road, the video elicited widespread condemnations against the Biafra commander, Major General GentleDYahoo who had vowed in some video press releases that he would always take action against any member of the Biafra fighters that involved himself in the act of robbery against certain members of the public like innocent civilians.
According to the Imo State Command of the Nigeria Police Force, “the Commissioner of Police, Imo State Command, CP Aboki Danjuma, has deployed the Command’s tactical teams in synergy with other sister security agencies and local vigilantes, to hunt down the suspected IPOB/ESN miscreants responsible for the senseless attack that claimed the lives of five residents in Ajanaumuna, Ezinachi, Okigwe Local Government Area, on 22nd August, 2025, at about 22:30 hours.
During the attack, Edeh George, ‘male’, a member of the local youth security team, together with four villagers identified as Emeka Ezeagwula, ‘male’, Chikodi Ezeagwula, ‘female’, Chidi Chileke, ‘male’, and Ejike Nwankwo, ‘male’, were fatally shot. The assailants further set ablaze the residence of the youth security leader and destroyed five motorcycles.
Upon receipt of the distress report, Police operatives swiftly mobilized to the scene and evacuated the victims to General Hospital, Okigwe, where doctors confirmed them dead on arrival. Their remains have been deposited at the hospital mortuary, while one survivor is currently receiving medical treatment.
The Commissioner of Police, CP Aboki Danjuma, who is personally leading an intense operation in Okigwe alongside other security agencies, condemned the heinous act and assured that no stone will be left unturned in bringing the perpetrators to justice. He stressed that those behind the attack will be made to face the full weight of the law.
The CP also prayed for the repose of the souls of the deceased victims, wished the injured survivor a speedy recovery, and prayed that God grants the affected families the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.
The Imo State Police Command urges residents to remain calm as security has been reinforced in Okigwe and its environs. Members of the public are further encouraged to support the Police with credible and timely information that can aid ongoing investigations by reporting to the nearest Police Station or via 0803 477 3600″, DSP Okoye Henry, the Police Command spokesperson stated in a statement issued on Monday.
Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State said the DSS DG was in the state to deepen the cooperation among security agencies in the state. In his words, Governor Hope Uzodimma said; “I received the Director General of the Department of State Services (DSS), Mr. Adeola Oluwatosin Ajayi, who paid a courtesy visit. His visit reflects the strong and longstanding collaboration between our administration and the nation’s security institutions.
Our dear State has continued to enjoy a cordial relationship with the DSS and other security agencies, a partnership that has significantly contributed to peace and stability within our communities. I assured Mr. Ajayi of our commitment to deepening this cooperation.
As we work towards building a robust, inclusive security architecture, engagements like this remain crucial. We are determined to strengthen our synergy with all stakeholders to ensure the safety of our citizens and the continued progress of our State”.
Meanwhile, reports indicated that Major General GentleDYahoo kinsmen from Aku Community have distanced themselves from the activities of the Biafra fighter.
The report circulated on social media few days ago indicated that “the people of Aku Autonomous Community in Okigwe Local Government Area of Imo State have publicly dissociated themselves from the criminal activities linked to Ifeanyi Okpegbu Okoromenta Eze, popularly known as “Gentle Devil Yahoo.”
In a statement issued under the banner of the Aku Okigwe Restoration Movement, the community condemned what they described as years of “terrorism, kidnapping, organ harvesting, arson, and other heinous crimes” that have plagued the region for over four years.
The group stressed that Gentle Devil Yahoo’s actions do not represent the people of Aku or the wider Southeast, dismissing claims that he is fighting for the actualization of Biafra. Instead, they described him as “a devil in human form, feeding on human flesh and bringing untold pain and suffering.”
Residents noted that many families have fled their homes since 2021, living in helplessness as a result of repeated attacks. They insisted that the time has come for urgent intervention from the Federal, State, and Local Governments, as well as non-governmental organizations and philanthropists.
Among the pressing needs identified by the community are: Road Construction: They appealed for the opening of access roads, noting that the absence of motorable routes has made it nearly impossible for security agencies to respond to crises. They listed key road networks requiring construction, including Ihube–Aku–Umouwaibu Road, Aku–Amosu–Ihube Road, and Aku–Lomara Road.
Rehabilitation of Public Infrastructure: The rebuilding of local markets such as Nkwo, Orie, and Ulo Nkwu Aku markets. Education and Health: The reconstruction of Aku Secondary School, Community School, Central Primary School, and the restoration of Aku Health Centre.
Provision of Essential Utilities: The installation of electricity, which they said the community has never enjoyed, as well as access to clean water.
The convener of the Aku Restoration Movement, Mr. Ugochukwu Godwin Ikeh, who signed the statement on behalf of the people, emphasized that addressing these long-neglected infrastructure projects would not only improve the quality of life but also help restore peace and security in the troubled area.
“We urge all stakeholders to support us in this critical effort to end insecurity and bring lasting peace to our land,” the statement read.