- Attack Details: Gunmen attacked a police checkpoint in Achị, Oji River Local Government Area of Enugu State, killing 3 policemen and 1 civilian.
- Incident Location: The attack occurred near the Ozudaa market.
- Police Response: The Enugu State Police Command hasn’t confirmed the incident.
- Uncertainty: The origin of the gunmen is still uncertain.
- Previous Incident: A similar attack occurred in 2022 in the same region, highlighting ongoing insecurity concerns.
Gunmen attacked a police checkpoint in Achị, Oji River Local Government Area of Enugu State, killing three policemen and a civilian on April 14, 2025. The attackers also set fire to the police operational vehicle. The incident occurred near the Ozudaa market, and details remain unclear as the Enugu State Police Command hasn’t confirmed the incident.
A viral video on social media showed the bodies of the fallen policemen. Two local residents, Maxwell and Daniel, confirmed the attack, stating the civilian victim was a well-known young man in the area. The origin of the gunmen is still uncertain, with possibilities pointing to either the Awgu or Oji end of the road.
This recent attack echoes a similar incident in 2022 where gunmen killed four soldiers in Iyiachi community, also in Oji River Local Government Area. Insecurity remains a pressing concern in the region .
