Outcry as Soldiers Allegedly Shoot Civilians in Ikot Abasi

Eyewitnesses report that Nigerian soldiers opened fire on civilians in Ikot Abasi. Three people were hit, with two confirmed dead and one injured. Residents say this is not the first time such violence has occurred. The troops were deployed to protect a local petrochemical plant but are now accused of harassing traders and disrupting diesel sales. One victim was travelling from Port Harcourt to Uyo. Another has been identified as a resident of Nnung Udoh in Ibesikpo. The incident has sparked fears that innocent civilians may be at risk. Many are asking: what is really going on in Ikot Abasi, and are people still safe?

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