Military Standoff At Nnamdi Kanu's House, Curfew In Aba, 7 Feared Dead

The government of Abia state has declared a 3 day curfew in Aba owing to the face off between the Nigerian Army on operation Python dance II and members of the Indigenous People Of Biafra IPOB.

The state government says the curfew in Aba is expedient to save lives and property while giving the Nigerian Are me forces the chance to do its constitutional duty.

"Persons residing within the State are strongly advised to remain law abiding, while going about their lawful business without fear of molestation, and, not engage in any form of confrontation with military personnel or other security agents.

The Government recognizes the constitutional Right to Freedom of Movement for all Nigerians, but objects to the influx of people into Abia State for purposes of unsettling the enduring peace in the State." The statement as released by the governor Okezie Ikpeazu submitted.

Meanwhile, seven members of IPOB had been reported dead as soldiers find their way to the home of Nnamdi Kanu.

This is coming after three people were reportedly shot dead by the soldiers on Sunday. Some contingents of the Nigerian Army have reportedly surrounded the compound of Nnamdi Kanu in what looks like a house arrest for the separatist leader.