EBONYI: 2 terrorists arrested for planting explosives on a bridge

Two yet-to-be identified men suspected to be terrorist have been arrested in Ebonyi State after they allegedly planted explosives at a popular bridge.

According to the state governor, David Umahi, the suspects were nabbed after they were spotted planting explosives at Idembia bridge in Ezza South local government area of the state.

Governor Umahi while briefing news men, also informed that the situation has been brought under control and the suspects are cooperating with security operatives.

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He said; “From available information, these miscreants are plotting to plant explosives in hotels, flyovers. We will examine the information. Explosives were being planted at Idembia bridge. Two suspects have been arrested.

“Army has taken over the case. Two aspirants of a particular political party in Ezza north were arrested for carrying guns. In Ikwo, some were caught shooting guns. This is a case of terrorism.

“Security agencies have been very neutral. Anyone that causes violence, irrespective of political parties or goes into thuggery, must be arrested, detained and charged to court. This election will come and go and Ebonyi will remain. Ebonyians should be peaceful and come out and vote. You must not inflict injuries on people before you win.

“A House of assembly Candidate of a particular party came to quarry site to buy explosives. The matter was reported and the suspect has been declared wanted,” the governor concluded.

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