The residence of Ikot Ekpene Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State has expressed fears over an audio tape of Boko Haram planning an attack on the city on the 1st and 4th of October, 2020.
The rumored planned attack by the Boko Haram insurgent is said to take place on the 1st and 4th of October, 2020.
Ikot Ekpene Local government council boss, Hon. Uyime Etim in a press release via his Facebook Page on Tuesday, 29th September, 2020 said that residence can go about their normal business as security agents are on top of the situation.
The council boss also urge residence to report any funny movements in their respective environment.
"PRESS RELEASE...
"BOKO HARAM ATTACK
"The attention of Ikot Ekpene Local government Council has been drawn to an audio recording on social media platforms warning residents of the area and it's environs to be wary as Boko Haram insurgent are already on ground in Ikot Ekpene Local Government Area to execute planned attack on the area on 1st and 4th October, 2020.
"After due analysis of the audio, security situation and the need to allay public anxiety, the councils administration, under the leadership of Obong (Hon). Uyime Etim, urges residents to go about their normal businesses as the security agents are on top of the situation.
"However, any person with useful information in respect of this subject should please reach the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) with this number: 08064980095.
"Obong (Hon.) Uyime Etim
Executive Chairman."
He said.
