Owerri Armed Robbery: Residents Flee Half-Dressed as Robbers Invade
Owerri Robbery: Residents Flee Half-Dressed After Invasion

A Nigerian woman, Lolo Ugo, has shared a CCTV footage showing terrified half-dressed residents fleeing to safety after over six armed robbers invaded her neighbourhood in Owerri, Imo state.

Robbery Details

Ugo, who shared the clip in a Facebook post on Thursday, June 18, 2026, said the armed robbers raided seven flats and robbed occupants of their valuables before security arrived.

"More than six armed men invaded our neighborhood tonight, robbed seven flats, and escaped with valuables before security arrived," she wrote.

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"The masked men (robbers) in this footage were inspecting the area, while the three people running half-dressed are neighbors fleeing for their lives. The level of insecurity in this country is becoming alarming every day."

Public Reaction

The footage has sparked outrage and concern among social media users, highlighting the growing insecurity in Nigeria. Many have called for improved security measures and faster response times from law enforcement agencies.

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