There was palpable tension in Imo State on Monday after gunmen suspected to be operatives of Ebubeagu Security outfit allegedly killed seven wedding guests.
The incident, which happened on Sunday, caused serious panic in the State.
The victims were said to be going back to their community in Otulu in Oru East Local Government Area from Awomama in the neighbouring Oru West LGA before the gunmen opened fire on them.
The President General of Otulu community, Nnamdi Agbor, who confirmed the incident to newsmen, said that seven persons died on the spot.
When contacted, the Police Spokesperson, Micheal Abattam, confirmed the incident adding that an investigation had begun.
