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| File Photo,Not Real Picture of IED found in Adamawa |
What began as routine construction work at a new site in Michika Local Government Area of Adamawa State took a tense turn on April 20, when workers made a potentially dangerous discovery—an unexploded ordnance (UXO) lying quietly beside a tree near the Mbege Ka Michika Palace construction area.
The object, spotted at about 2:00 p.m., immediately raised alarm among the workers, who quickly alerted security authorities rather than attempting to move or tamper with it.
In response, troops of 271 Battalion were promptly deployed to the scene. The area was swiftly cordoned off, with security personnel establishing a perimeter to keep residents and construction workers at a safe distance while assessing the situation.
Military sources confirmed that Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) specialists were mobilised to handle the safe removal and disposal of the device, following established safety protocols for such hazardous findings.
No casualties were recorded, and construction activities around the site were temporarily suspended as a precautionary measure while the area remained under tight security control.
Authorities described the swift response as a necessary step in preventing what could have been a serious safety incident. Residents were reassured that the situation had been brought under control, while also being urged to remain vigilant and promptly report any suspicious objects or materials to security agencies.
The incident once again highlights the lingering risks posed by unexploded remnants of past conflicts in parts of the North-East, where security operations continue alongside reconstruction and development efforts.
Source: Zagazola Makama
