Nigerian Army Disbands Terrorist Camp, Captures Arms in Imo, Abia States
The Nigerian Army has announced that its troops have successfully dismantled and destroyed a terrorist camp affiliated with the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and the Eastern Security Network (ESN) in the Ezere Forest of Umuawa Aku, Okigwe Local Government Area of Imo.
According to a statement released on the army’s official X-handle on Saturday, the operation began early in the morning in the Ezere Forest and extended to Akawa Nnneato and Lomara communities in the Umunneochi Local Government Area of Abia. The troops captured a General Purpose Machine Gun (GPMG) and other assorted items during the operation.
The troops took action after receiving credible intelligence about the harassment and intimidation of local residents by the terrorist elements. Upon arrival, the military engaged the terrorists in a fierce shootout, dislodging them from their camp. After regrouping, the troops gave hot pursuit to the fleeing terrorists, compelling them to abandon a significant cache of arms.
The captured weapons include one GPMG, assorted rounds of ammunition, two motorcycles, and two communication radios. The army reiterated its commitment to ensuring the safety and security of communities in the affected regions.
The Nigerian Army’s Deputy Director, Public Relations, Major Mohammed Doherty, stated: “The operation underscores the Nigerian army’s undeterred commitment to maintaining peace and security in the region. Troops will be decisive in dismantling any threat to ensure the safety of the communities. This significant operation serves as a testament to the army’s dedication to protecting civilians and combating terrorism. The successful operation has not only served to disrupt the activities of the terrorist group but also sends a strong message on the army’s resolve to restore and maintain order in the affected areas.”
The Nigerian Armed Forces (NAF) takes pride in its unwavering resolve to protect citizens and maintain peaceful coexistence in the country’s regions.
(Source: Nigerian Armed Forces, NAN)
