Boma Achenimie 
Tragedy struck in the early hour of Friday in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State capital when gunmen reportedly killed five police officers.
According to sources in the area, the unfortunate incident occurred around 5 am at Ebyia Bridge, along Hilltop/Nwoke road.
The Ebonyi State Police Command has yet to make an official statement regarding the incident.
Details shortly.
