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The Military on Friday has revealed that it's the armed force as at 22 September 2023, recovered a total number of 77 weapons and 658 assorted kinds of ammunition, neutralized 52 terrorists and arrested the following; 53 criminals, 7 suspected oil thefts while rescuing 61 kidnapped hostages.
Director Defence Media Operations, Major General Edward Buba declared this in a press statement made available to SpyeTV News in Abuja adding that a total of 7 terrorists comprising of 5 adult males, 1 adult females surrender to troops.
The Director Defence Media Operations noted that troops of Operation HADIN KAI in the NE were engaged in ambushes, raids, rescue operations, fighting patrols, attacks as well as cordon and search activities. These operations resulted in neutralized terrorist, rescued hostages, surrender of terrorist combatants as well as recovery of arms and ammunition.
He said the operational activities of troops of Joint Task Force Operation HADARIN DAJI in the North Central ranged from rescue of kidnap victims within Tsafe LGA of Zamfara to artillery missions on terrorist massing up in the forest. Others include the arrest of terrorist collaborators and the conduct of offensive activities to disrupt terrorist freedom of action.
He added that the operational activities of troops of Operation SAFE HAVEN during the period range from conduct of raids and arrest of terrorists at Afana village in Zangon Kataf of LGA of Kaduna State. Troops also arrested cattle rustlers in Dogo Nahawa Bush Jos South, Bokkos and Mangu LGAs of Plateau State. Troops recovered weapons at Kulben village in Mangu LGA of Plateau State.
"During the period under review, troops of Operation WIRL STROKE conducted 22 operations; 13 fighting patrols, 6 confidence building patrols and one raid operation in Mbaayande, Mbamazu and Mbaagudu villages of Konshiga LGA of Benue State. Similarly, fighting patrol was conducted in Logo LGA while some arrests were made around Okpokwu LGA of Benue State.
"Troops of Joint Task Force Operations UDO KA and Operation SEARCH AND FLUSH in the South East region sustained momentum in the fight against insecurity the region. Troops responded to distress calls, responded to foil kidnappers’ activities in Okigwe LGA of Imo State, conducted fighting patrol to Isu Onichain Onicha LGA of Ebonyi State and apprehended 5 suspected IPOB/ESN terrorists in Ikwo and Ihiala LGAs of Ebonyi and Anambra States respectively.
"Troops of Operation UDO KA also conducted raid operations on IPOB/ESN camps in Ohafia LGAs of Abia State. The operation led to the recovery of one improvised 16 MBRL gun mounted on a vehicle with other arms and ammunition. Sadly, a joint patrol team of operation SEARCH AND FLUSH (SAR) suffered a setback when responding to a distress call in Ehime Mbano LGA of Imo State. They were ambushed by members of the Proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed affiliated Eastern Security Network (ESN).Meanwhile, troops operations lead to rescue of kidnapped hostages and others.
"Troops of Operation DELTA SAFE denied oil theft of an estimated sum of Nine Hundred and Forty-six Million, Three Hundred and Eighty-seven Thousand Five Hundred and Seventy Naira (N946,387,570.00) being value of seizures. The operations in South-South resulted in the recovery of the following; 496,250 litres of stolen crude oil, 83,400 litres of illegally refined AGO, 1,200 litres of PMS, 4 pumping machines, 5 Speed Boats, 34 dugout pits, 57 storage tanks, 16 wooden boats, 85 ovens and 3 outboard engines."he stated.
The breakdown as follows; 53 AK47 rifle, 2 AK47 rifles loaded with 8 rounds of 7.62mm special ammo, 18 locally fabricated rifles, 1 beretta pistol, 3 pump action guns, 650 rounds of 7.62mm special ammo, 50 AK47 magazines, 2 rounds of 9mm ammo, 6 rounds of 7.62 NATO, 5 fragmentation jackets.
Furthermore, troops recovered 15 vehicles, 12 motorcycles, 12 Bicycles, 5 mobile phones, 12 cutlasses, 2 generator sets, 2 gas Cylinders, 133 livestocks and a sum of N602,000. and Airtel airtime worth N8,000.
The mission of the military against terrorist and other violent extremist groups in the country remains unchanged. The armed will continue with aggressive operations to force these groups to submission. aggressive.
The military will through its operations continue to make improvements towards ensuring the safety of citizens and restoring security across the country. Citizens are encouraged to "know something, say something and let the military do something about it".
Below is the full update of a report on joint task force operational activities as of 22 September 2023
JOINT TASK FORCE OPERATION HADIN KAI (NORTH EAST)
1. Troops of Operation HADIN KAI were engaged in ambushes, raids, rescue operations, fighting patrols, attacks as well as cordon and search activities. These operations resulted in neutralized terrorist, rescued hostages, surrender of terrorist combatants as well as recovery of arms and ammunition.
2. Details as follows:
a. Search and Rescue Operations.
(1) On 11 September 2023, troops responded to information that BH/ISWAP terrorist were abducting some firewood hawkers at Kutara Village in Dikwa LGA of Borno State. On arrival at the scene, troops conducted Search and Rescue operations within the general area which led to the rescue of 13 adult females around Mijigate and Kuptara villages.
(2) On 14 September 2023, troops raided kidnappers’ hideout in Girei LGA of Adamawa State. Troops made contact with the terrorists and neutralized 7, while others fled. Troops rescued 4 kidnapped hostages in the operation and recovered one Beretta pistol loaded with 2 round of 9 mm ammo. Troops also recovered 5 AK 47 Rifles with 5 AK. 47 Magazines with total of 50 rounds 7.62mm special ammo. Preliminary investigation revealed that the victims were kidnapped between the 11 - 13 September 2023 at different locations.
b. Troops Ambush BH/ISWAP Terrorists.
(1) Between 9 - 12 September 2023, troops in separate operations ambushed BH/ISWAP terrorists in Konduga LGA of Borno State. The ambush resulted in 7 neutralized with several fleeing with injuries. Troops also recovered 5 AK 47 Rifles with 5 AK. 47 Magazines with total of 50 rounds 7.62mm special ammo.
(2) On 13 September 2023, troops while on fighting patrol ambushed BH/ISWAP terrorists in Bama LGA of Borno State. Following a fire fight, troops neutralized 8 terrorists while others fled. Troops also recovered 5 AK 47 Rifles with 5 AK. 47 Magazines with total of 50 rounds 7.62mm special ammo. Troops recovered 2 mobile phones, 2 mosquito nets and 3 blankets.
(4) On 16 September 2023, following a tip off, troops ambushed BH/ISWAP terrorists in Kaga LGA of Borno State. Troop made contact with the terrorists and neutralized 7 terrorists while others fled. Troops also recovered 6 AK 47 Rifles with 5 AK 47 Magazines with total of 50 rounds 7.62mm special ammo.
(6) On 17 September 2023, troops ambushed BH/ISWAP terrorists in Gwoza LGA of Borno State. Following a fire fight, troops neutralized 6 BH/ISWAP terrorists while others fled. Troops also recovered 5 AK 47 Rifles with 5 AK. 47 Magazines with total of 75 rounds 7.62mm special ammo. Troops recovered 2 x 36 hand grenade.
(7) On 19 Sep 23, troops ambushed terrorist in Hawul LGA of Borno State. Troops made contact and neutralized 9 terrorists while others fled. Troops recovered 3 AK 47 rifles loaded with 50 rounds of 7.62 mm Special ammo, one locally fabricated rifle, 2 magazines and 2 machetes.
c. Surrender of Suspected BH/ISWAP Terrorist. On 13 September 2023, 4 BH/ISWAP terrorist and members of their family comprising 3 adult males and one adult female surrendered to troops at Banki Junction and FOB Darel Jamel in Bama LGA of Borno State. Preliminary investigation revealed that the terrorist surrendered from Gwaske in Sambisa Forest. Items recovered include 2 Mobile Phones, 3 bicycles and sum of One Hundred and Eighteen Thousand Naira (₦118,000.00). Surrendered terrorist and the recovered items are in troops’ custody for further action.
d. Arrest of Suspected BH/ISWAP Terrorist Collaborators.
(1) Between 13 - 19 September 2023, troops arrested 3 suspected BH/ISWAP terrorist collaborators at Gajiram in Nganzai LGA of Borno State. Preliminary investigation revealed that the terrorist assigned him the task of reporting on troops movement within the area. He was also to supply terrorist with logistics. Troops recovered Airtel recharge cards worth Eight Thousand Naira (N8,000.00), a mobile phone and sensitive materials belonging to terrorists. Suspects and recovered items are in troops’ custody for further action. Troops in conjunction with Civilian JTF in separate operations arrested 3 BH/ISWAP terrorist collaborators in Monguno LGA of Borno State and recovered the sum of Nineteen Thousand, Eight Hundred and Fifty (₦19,850.00) only.
e. Rescue of Kidnapped Hostages
(1) Between 15 - 16 September 2023, in a separate operations, troops conducted night patrols in Damboa LGA of Borno State. Following the operations, troops rescued 3 kidnapped hostages. Preliminary investigation revealed that the hostages escaped from the kidnapper’s hideouts within the LGA of the same state.
(3) On 16 September 2023, following intelligence on abduction of 10 locals by suspected BH/ISWAP terrorists in Damboa LGA of Borno State. Troops mobilized to the scene. On sighting troops, terrorists fled abandoning their hostages. Troops rescued kidnapped hostages and reunite them with their families.
f. Cordon and Search Operations. On 14 September 2023, troops apprehended a terrorist combatant in Magumeri LGA of Borno State. During preliminary investigation, he admitted to blocking of road and extortion of motorists around Gajigana general area in same LGA. The suspect also revealed that he was in possession of 2 AK 47 rifles buried around Kaleri general area close to Bornu Yesu in same LGA. Troops at Magumeri led by the Comd FOB Magumeri cordoned the gen area and successfully recovered 2 AK 47 rifles, 2 AK 47 rifle mag and 3 rounds of 7.62 mm Special ammo and one vehicle. Suspect and recovered items are in troops’ custody for further action.
g. Fighting Patrols.
On 17 Sep 23, troops conducted a fighting patrol to a BH/ISWAP terrorist enclave in Bama LGA of Borno State. Troops made contact with the terrorist. Following a fire fight, troops neutralized 7 terrorists while others fled. Troops also recovered 5 AK 47 Rifles with 5 AK 47 Magazines with total of 50 rounds 7.62mm special ammo. Troops also rescued 2 kidnapped hostages, recovered 2 Dane guns and 2 cutlasses.
h. Meeting Engagement. On 17 September 2023, troops conducted a fighting patrol and made contact with terrorists in Jere LGA of Borno State. Following a fire fight, troops neutralized 6 terrorist while others fled. Troops recovered 5 AK 47 Rifles with 5 AK 47 Magazines with total of 50 rounds 7.62mm special ammo. Troops further recovered 2 Dane guns, one knive and 8 rounds of 7.62 mm Special ammo.
i. Arrest of Suspected BH/ISWAP Terrosrists Logistician Suppliers.
(1) On 16 September 2023, troops deploy at Kwaya Kusar in conjunction with hunters group apprehended one suspected BH/ISWAP terrorists logistician supplier at Kwaya Kusar Market in Kwaya Kusar LGA of Borno State. Troops recovered one vehicle, one mobile phone and the sum of Four Hundred and Three Thousand Naira (N403,000.00) only. Suspects and recovered items are in troops custody for further action.
(2) On 18 September 2023, troops arrested 2 suspected BH/ISWAP terrorists logisticians suppliers during a stop and search operation in Monguno LGA of Borno State. The suspects were apprehended with some drugs and food items suspected to belong to the terrorists. Suspects and recovered items are in troops custody for further action.
j. Surrender of BH/ISWAP Terrorists Fighters. On 18 September 2023, 2 BH/ISWAP terrorists fighters identified as Mallam Bana Mohammadu and Ali Muhammed in Marte and Monguno LGA of Borno State. Troops recovered 4 AK 47 rifle magazine, 10 rounds of 7.62 mm Special ammo, one magazine carrier and other sundry items. The combatants claimed to have lost interest due to troops onslaught against them.
k. Troops Neutralized BH/ISWAP Terrorist. On 19 September 2023, following an intelligence report of BH/ISWAP terrorist activities in Gwoza LGA of Borno State. Troops neutralized six terrorists while others fled. Troops recovered 5 AK 47 Rifles
with 5 AK 47 Magazines with total of 50 rounds 7.62mm special ammo. Troops also recovered one G3 rifle, one G3 rifle magazine, one round of 7.62 mm NATO, one Single barrel gun and 6 bicycles.
l. Recovery of Ammunitions. On 19 September 2023, troops while on patrol recovered one AK 47 rifle magazine loaded with 30 rounds of 7.62 mm Special ammo in Damboa LGA of Borno State. The magazine was discovered buried beneath ground while EOD team were scanning the road.
m. Attack on Terrorists. On 13 Sep 23, troops while on picketing was attacked by suspected BH/ISWAP terrorists in Mobbar LGA of Borno State. Troops came under attack by BH/ISWAP terrorists. Following a fight, troops neutralized 9 terrorists and recovered 2 UXO, 117 rounds of mm Special ammo and command cable for IED.
n. Air Operations. The air component of HADIN KAI acquired and conducted air interdiction on terrorist enclaves at Suwa. The location was attacked with rockets. Troops neutralized several terrorists and damaged their structures.
SUMMARY
3. In the course of operations, troops of Operation HADIN KAI neutralized 60 terrorists, arrested 3 suspected terrorists and rescued 17 kidnapped hostages. Troops also recovered 4 Mobile phones, 3 bicycles, Airtel Recharge card worth N8,000.00, 32 AK 47 rifles, 22 AK 47 rifle magazines, 303 rounds of 7.62 mm Special ammo and one vehicle.
JOINT TASK FORCE OPERATION HADARIN DAJI (NORTH WEST)
4. The operational activities of troops of Joint Task Force Operation HADARIN DAJI ranged from rescue of kidnap victims within Tsafe LGA of Zamfara to artillery missions on terrorist massing up intended on attacking troops deployment. Others include the arrest of terrorist collaborators and the conduct of offensive activities to disrupt terrorist freedom of action.
5. Details as follows:
a. Rescue of Kidnapped Victims.
(1) On 11 September 2023, troops while on offensive patrols around Koli a terrorist hide out in Faskari LGA of Katsina State. Troops raided and rescued 2 kidnapped victims. Preliminary investigation revealed that the victims were kidnapped on 5 September 2023 along Angwan Boka – Yankara of Faskari LGA on their way to Zamfara State. Rescued victims were handed over to Alikere village Head for further action.
(2) On 14 September 2023, troops in Tsafe LGA of Zamfara State rescued 3 kidnapped victims that had escaped from terrorist enclave. The terrorist had kidnapped them while in their farms on 9 September 2023. The victims were handed over to the District Head of Kwanarganuwa to be reunited with their families.
b. Artillery Fire Mission. On 15 September 2023, following intel of the terrorist massing up at Madachi Forest in Dandume LGA of Katsina State. Troops conducted artillery fire missions on the terrorists locations. Troops intercepted 3 fleeing terrorist collaborators that confessed to be running errands for the terrorists in Madachi Forest. Suspects are in troops custody for further action.
c. Air Operations. The air componenet of OPHD conducted 12 missions in 13 sorties. No airstrike was conducted within the period under review.
SUMMARY
6. In the course of operations, troops of Operation HADARIN DAJI, troop intercepted 3 fleeing suspected terrorist collaborators operating with the Madachi Forest in Katsina State.
JOINT TASK FORCE OPERATION SAFE HAVEN
7. The operational activities of troops of Operation SAFE HAVEN during the period range from conduct of raids and arrests terrorists at Afana village in Zangon Kataf of LGA of Kaduna State. Troops also arrested cattle rustlers in Dogo Nahawa Bush Jos South, Bokkos and Mangu LGAs of Plateau State respectively. Troops recovered weapons at Kulben village in Mangu LGA of Plateau State.
8. Details as follows:
a. Attack on Civilians. On 11 September 2023, troops responded to information on reprisal attack from locals at Kulbun in Mangu LGA on Fulani settlements at Ruwi and Mushu villages in Bokkos LGA, Plateau State. Troops arrested one suspect with one fabricated rifle, 2 rounds of 7.62 mm Special ammo, one motorcycle and the sum of Twenty Eight Thousand One Hundred and Fifty Naira (28,150.00) only. However, 6 cows were killed while 9 were injured. Unconfirmed no of Rugas were burnt. troops dominated the general area to forestall further attack.
b. Arrest of Suspects. On 11 September 2023, based on tip off, troops arrested 3 suspected members of a cattle rustling syndicate at Dogo-Nahawa Bush in Jos S LGA of Plateau State. While on 13 September 2023, troops arrested a suspect in connection with the murder of one Mrs Dorathy Jonathan at Afana village in Zango Kataf LGA of Kaduna State. Suspect confessed to have committed the crime.
c. Recovery of Weapon. On 12 September 2023, troop conducted a night operation in Mangu LGA of Plateau State. Following the operation, troops recovered one AK 47 rifle loaded with 22 rounds of 7.62 mm Special ammo. This weapon was abandoned by suspected criminal who fled on sighting troops.
d. Rescue of Kidnapped Victim. On 13 September 2023, troops responded to information on activities of suspected kidnappers in Jos East LGA of Plateau State. Troops conducted clearance operation within the general area and rescued one kidnapped hostage.
SUMMARY
9. During the period under review, troops of Operation SAFE HAVEN recovered 1 AK 47, one fabricated rifle 24 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunitions, 133 Cattles. Troops also rescued a kidnaped civilian and arrested 3 suspected cattle rustlers while a suspect was arrested in connection to a murder. Troops arrested another suspect for attack on civilian populace with a cash amounting to N28,150.000 only.
OPERATION WHIRL STROKE (NORTH CENTRAL)
10. During the period under review, troops of Operation WIRL STROKE conducted 22 operations; 13 fighting patrols, 6 confidence building patrols and one raid operation in Mbaayande, Mbamazu and Mbaagudu villages of Konshiga LGA of Benue State. Similarly, fighting patrol was conducted in Logo LGA while some arrests were made around Okpokwu LGA of Benue State. Details below:
11. Fighting Patrols.
a. On 11 September 2023, troops responded to information of suspected armed militias attack in Konshisha LGA of Benue State. Troops mobilized and made a pursuit on the terrorists. Troops neutralized one terrorist while other fled. Troop recovered one locally made rifle.
b. On 13 September 2023, troops while on patrol arrested 4 suspects at Okpokwu LGA of Benue State. troops further identified and destroyed the criminal’s hideout in the general area.
c. On 14 September 2023, troops while on fighting patrol arrested 3 suspected criminals in Logo LGA of Benue State, recovered 2 AK47 rifles from the suspects.
SUMMARY
12. Troops while carrying out operations, neutralized 1 terrorist, recovered 1 locally made rifle. Troops arrested 3 suspected headers and 4 suspected criminals. The suspect headers are since handed over to Nigeria Police for further investigation while the remaining 4 are in troops custody for further action.
JOINT TASK FORCE OPERATION DELTA SAFE (SOUTH SOUTH)
13. Troops of Joint Task Force Operation DELTA SAFES in conjunction with Operation OCTOPUS GRIP in the southern region of the country continued the fight against oil theft, illegal refineries and other criminal activities in the Niger Delta through aggressive and increased tempo in raids and clearance operations as well as patrols. Arrests were made of suspected vandals in Eleme/Tai LGAs of Rivers State. Troops also, destroyed a wooden boat and other accessories belonging to illegal bunkers at Orere Creek in Okpe LGA of Delta State while air patrols were conducted in the general areas.
a. Arrest of Suspected Vandals. On 13 September 2023, troops arrested 3 suspected vandals at Eleme/Tai LGAs of Rivers State and also recovered 3 motorcycles and pieces of iron suspected to be high tension iron stacked in sacks. Recovery items are in troops custody while suspects were interrogated and handed over to Nigeria Police Eleme Division for further action.
b. Anti-illegal Bunkering Operations. On 14 September 2023, troops intercepted and destroyed a wooden boat containing 800 litres of crude oil loaded in 4 jerricans and cellophane bags within Orere Creek in Okpe LGA of Delta State.
c. Air Operations. Notably, on 16 Sep 23, the air component of Operation DELTA SAFE conducted air interdiction at Bille. The location was active with illegal refining activity. Troop acquired the location and engaged with rockets and cannons. Following the strike, the IRS was destroyed.
SUMMARY
14. Troops of Operation DELTA SAFE continued the fight against oil theft, illegal refineries and other criminal activities in the Niger Delta region. Troops arrested 3 suspects, recovered 3 motorcycles destroyed a wooden boat of 800 litre capacity and other equipment. Commendably, about 10 missions in 8 sorties of air operations were carried out by the air component of the Operation DELTA SAFE.
The ongoing Operation OCTOPUS GRIP has to a large extent, consolidated Operation DELTA SAFE efforts in ensuring a relatively safe and peaceful environment. During the period under review, Troops neutralized and handled 34 IRS, 16 wooden boats, 57 storage tanks, 85 ovens and 34 dugout pits. Also recovered and handled were 296,250 liters of stolen crude oil, 53,400 liters of illegally refined AGO and 10 vehicles.
JOINT TASK FORCE OPERATION UDO KA (SOUTH EAST).
15. Troops of Joint Task Force Operations UDO KA and Operation SEARCH AND FLUSH in the south East region sustained momentum in the fight against insecurity the region. Troops responded to a distress calls, responded to kidnappers’ activities in Okigwe LGA of Imo State, conducted fighting patrol to Isu Onichain Onicha LGA of Ebonyi State and
apprehended 5 suspected IPOB/ESN terrorists in Ikwo and Ihiala LGAs of Ebonyi and Anambra States respectively.
16. Troops conducted raid operations to IPOB/ESN camps in Ohafia LGAs of Abia State. The operation led to the recovery of recovered one improvised 16 MBRL gun mounted on a vehicle with other arms and ammunition. Meanwhile, a joint patrol team of operation SEARCH AND FLUSH (SAR) suffered a setback when responding to a distress call in Ehime Mbano LGA of Imo State. They were ambushed by members of the Proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed affiliated Eastern Security Network (ESN). Troops operations lead to rescue of kidnapped hostages and others.
17. Details as follows:
a. Update on Joint Task Force Operations in the South East. On 13
September 2023, troops responded to a distress call of an ambushed on DSS operatives by suspected IPOB/ESN terrorists Ohaukwu LGA of Ebonyi State. Troops mobilized to the scenes and made contact with the terrorists. Following a fire fight, troops
neutralized 3 IPOB/ESN terrorists and recovered; one vehicle belonging to DSS, 2 motorcycles, and one power generator set.
b. Kidnap Incidents. On 13 September 2023, following information, troops responded to kidnappers’ activities in Okigwe LGA of Imo State. Sighting troops, the terrorists fled abandoning their hostages. Troops rescued a kidnapped hostage identified as the Chairman Cattle Dealers in Owerri.
d. Fighting Patrols. On 13 September 2023, troops conducted a fighting patrol to Isu Onichain Onicha LGA of Ebonyi State. Troops made contact with the terrorists. Following a fire fight, neutralized one terrorist and arrested 2 others. Troops recovered 4 motorcycles, one plasma TV, one generator, 2 gas cylinders, and one vehicle.
f. Arrest of Suspected IPOB/ESN Criminals. Between 16 and 18
September 2023, in a separate operations, troops apprehended 5 suspected IPOB/ESN terrorists in Ikwo and Ihiala LGAs of Ebonyi and Anambra States respectively.
j. Fighting Patrol. On 18 September 2023, troops conducted fighting patrol to Ihube Community in Okigwe LGA of Imo State. Troops made contact with IPOB/ESN criminals. Following a fire fight, the criminals fled while troops destroyed their illegal check points and recovered 3 locally made IED launchers and 2 motorcycles.
k. Raid Operations on IPOB/ESN Criminals.
(1) On 18 September 2023, troops conducted raid operations to IPOB/ESN camps in Ohafia LGAs of Abia State. Troops made contact with the terrorists. Troops neutralized one terrorist while others fled. Troops recovered one improvised 16 MBRL gun mounted on a vehicle, one improvised 12 MBRL gun, one improvised 6 MBRL gun, one AK 47 rifle, one Dane gun, 6 locally made rifle, 4 IEDs, 5 fragmental jackets, 3 pairs of
boots, 4 Biafran flags, one Biafran radio, one tripod, one IPOB signboard, a cutlass, a jack-knife, IPOB flyers, assorted charms, IPOB insignia and military camouflage.
(2) On 18 September 2023, following a tip off, troops raided a suspected IPOB/ESN criminals’ hideout in Agwu LGA of Enugu State. Following the operation, troops apprehended 3 suspected criminals and recovered 3 Pump action rifles with 10 cutlasses.
l. Incident Reports. On 16 and 19 September 2023, gun men attacked personnel of the Nigerian Custom Service at check point at Four Corner Junction along Road Enugu – Port-Harcourt in Nkanu West LGA of Enugu State. Following the incident, one Customs personnel was injured. Efforts are ongoing to apprehend the perpetrators.
2. Similarly, on 19 September 2023, at about 12:56hrs, a joint patrol team of operation SEARCH AND FLUSH (SAR) in Obowo while responding to a distress call in Ehime Mbano LGA of Imo State were ambushed by members of the Proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed affiliated Eastern Security Network (ESN). The ambush was executed using small arms and Improvise Explosives Device (IED). During the incident, 5 personnel of the joint patrol were killed. The personnel consist of Nigerian Air Force, Nigeria Police, Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps and the National Drug Law and Enforcement Agency. The 2 hilux patrol vehicle used by the patrol team were set ablaze. Operations are ongoing to fish out the perpetrators and hold them accountable for their action.
SUMMARY.
18. Troops of Operation UDOO KA continued the fight against criminals and notorious gang of; armed robbery and kidnapers in the South Eastern region. Troops recovered the follow; one improvised 34 MBRL guns, 4 vehicles, 9 improvise Explosive Devises, 1 AK 47 rifle, 1 Dane gun, 6 locally made rifle, 6 motorcycles, 5 fragmental jackets, 3 pairs of boots, 4 Biafran
flags, 1 Biafran radio, 1 tripod, 1 IPOB signboard, a cutlass, a jack-knife, IPOB flyers, assorted charms, IPOB insignia and military camouflage, 7 motorcycles, 1 plasma Tv set, 2 generators set, 2 gas cylinders. Arrested of 7 suspects was made, destroyed 5 criminal hideouts. Troops rescued 1 hostage and neutralized 8 Suspected criminals.