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Abagana Ambush: See How Biafran Army Killed Over 500 Nigerian Troops in One Attack
Struck on the other side of the river, the Nigerian troops turned back to Asaba and ransacked the town in an attack that is later known in Nigerian history as the Asaba Massacre of 1967.
In December 1967, the 2nd Division of the Nigerian Army finally crossed the River Niger Bridge into Onitsha and captured the city after three failed attempts.
After crossing into Onitsha, the Murtala-led 2nd Division planned to link up with the 1st Division, led by Col. Shuwa, which was penetrating the Igbo heartland from the north through Nsukka in Enugu. So, on the 31st of March 1968, the Nigerian 2nd Division moved out towards Enugu in a long convoy escorted by armored cars…Click Here To Continue Reading>> …Click Here To Continue Reading>>
The Abagana Ambush
Prolific Nigerian novelist, Chinua Achebe, wrote: “The amalgamation of these two forces, the Nigerian Army hoped, would then serve as a formidable force that would ‘smash the Biafrans”.
Col. Murtala Muhammed was said to have assembled and deployed a convoy of 102 vehicles which included troop carriers, fuel tankers and four armoured cars to facilitate this plan on March 31, 1968.
However, the Biafran secret intelligence caught wind of the plan and reported it to a higher Biafran command which instantly planned an ambush. A 700-man troop, led by Major Jonathan Uchendu, was given the task to ambush the invading Nigerian force at Abagana in the Enugu-Onitsha highway.
The unsuspecting Nigerian 2nd division, numbering about 6000 soldiers, marched on until they were halted by a surprise attack from a smaller but well-prepared Biafran army. The Biafran troops allowed the Nigerian troops to march right into their midst before raining bullets on them. READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>
A homemade rocket called ogbunigwe was used during the Abagana Ambush. One of the ogbunigwe rockets was launched directly at a fuel tanker in the Nigerian army convoy leading to chains of explosions which created a 400-metre conflagration that incinerated men and metals within seconds.
Refuelling vehicles exploded and burnt many infantry units. After the OGBUNIGWE rocket attack, Biafran soldiers opened fire, killing what is left of the shocked 2nd division of the Nigerian Army.
About 600 Nigerian soldiers died in the attack; many others scampered in different directions. Col. Murtala Muhammed was relieved of duty afterwards and never commanded a division again during the war. Although some accounts put Murtala as having been among those in the convoy, this had not been definitively shown to have been the case.
Jonathan Uchendu, the commander of the Biafran army that led the Abagana Ambush, recounted that the sight of the 2nd Division convoy almost paralyzed his troops. His boys were so anxious to start firing, more out of panic than anything else.
He asked them to remain calm until he gave the command. He allowed much of the Nigerian 2nd Division convoy to pass through. His boys were shocked why he would allow them go through into the Biafran held zone.
They were nervous and suspicious, yet they trusted his military gallantry and so awaited to know his strategy.
The Abagana Ambush was probably the most resounding battle ever won by the Biafrans during the Nigerian-Biafran war
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If You Notice This Bug in Your Home, Call Expert Services Immediately! Do Not Try to Handle It on Your Own! Consider How Dangerous It Can Be
The insect depicted above is a fearsome beast, ranking as the most dangerous insect on our planet!
To begin, it is critical to recognize that this bug is a carrier of a highly dangerous disease known as «American Trypanosomiasis.» This sickness is a serious hazard to both humans and animals, and it frequently has fatal consequences!
This insect is known as Chagas in some areas.
Texans have direct knowledge of the dangers posed by these venomous insects. It’s incredible to believe that they survive on both human and animal blood.
During their bite, these insects introduce a portion of their saliva into the skin, which is the root cause of fatality…Click Here To Continue Reading>> …Click Here To Continue Reading>>
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Another surprising discovery is that Chagas bugs serve as assassins. Individuals may not even recognize they are infected in the early stages.
Anaphylactic shock is the most common sign of this condition, and choking fits have been recorded in certain cases.
Initial symptoms are easily confused with those of a regular flu or cold.
If you find this insect in your home, you must immediately contact professional services and seek medical assistance. It is critical to respond quickly!
Please keep in mind that these insects are usually found beneath rocks, in wall cracks, on staircases, in forests, and in general, in natural settings!
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Parents already had two young boys and hoped for a baby girl, ‘instead got something much better’!
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Who was this Stranger who allowed a worried 96-year-old woman hold his arm on the plane, carry her bag, and stay with her until she reached her family?
When an old lady who hadn’t flown in 15 years arrived to see family and was worried about flying, a polite stranger seated next to her offered her his arm to grip, and she was comforted as they held hands the entire flight.
Megan Ashley was flying from San Diego to Nashville when she overheard a conversation between a 96-year-old woman and a young man in the seat next to her.
«The seat next to me on my flight from San Diego to Nashville today was occupied by a 96-year-old lady who hadn’t traveled in 15 years,» Megan wrote in an online post.
The elderly lady was flying to see her family for her birthday but had not flown in 15 years and was concerned. «She wanted to travel to Kansas City to meet her family for her birthday, but she was afraid of flying…Click Here To Continue Reading>> …Click Here To Continue Reading>>
She told the young man sitting next to her that she hadn’t flown in a long time and asked if she may hold his hand if she was nervous. He eagerly agreed and held her hand to comfort her. «She requested this man’s hand before takeoff and then held him again amid turbulence.» READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>
This stranger cheerfully held her hand, let her hang onto him, soothed her by chatting to her, explained everything that was going on, and was just that stranger there for her.
He knew just what to do the entire trip to help.» He helped her up when she needed to use the restroom, and after their trip, he kept her bags for her, walked her to her wheelchair, and waited with her until she reached her family. «He assisted her in getting up to use the restroom and gently followed her down the aisle.» He made me smile the whole way as he comforted her. He was her guardian angel.
He carried her suitcase, assisted her in getting off the aircraft and into the wheelchair, and when she became concerned about where her daughter had gone, he waited with her until she found her daughter, who had been separated from her.”
Megan was brought to tears after seeing the stranger’s kindness and sensitivity for this 96-year-old grandmother.
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