By Pedro Ayobami
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The Nigerian military has confirmed that its troops, operating under Operation Udo Ka, have successfully neutralized several suspected members of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its security wing, the Eastern Security Network (ESN), in Imo State
According to a statement released by the Nigerian Army Headquarters on its official Facebook page, the operation was carried out along the Ekeututu–Ihiteunansa Road in Orsu Local Government Area of the state. During the operation, the troops encountered suspected IPOB/ESN members, and in the ensuing engagement, several of the suspected criminals were neutralized.
The military also recovered a cache of arms and explosives, including pump-action guns, improvised explosive devices (IEDs), and IED-making materials, as well as charms. The Acting Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General OO Oluyede, commended the troops for their gallantry and urged them to sustain their efforts in eliminating criminal elements from their hideouts.
General Oluyede also reassured the peace-loving people of the South East to carry on with their daily activities without fear. The military’s operation is part of its ongoing efforts to restore peace and security in the region, which has been plagued by violence and unrest in recent times.
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