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Troops Neutralize Terrorists, Arrest Suspected Kidnappers, Recover Arms
Troops of the Nigerian Army have neutralized terrorists, arrested suspected kidnappers of retired military officer, and recovered arms/ammunition
A statement on its social media platform, said the operations have dealt a blow to terrorists’ activities in the affected communities.
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“On 27 August 2024, acting on credible intelligence, troops ambushed Boko Haram terrorists at Logomani village in Ngala Local Government Area of Borno State.
“In the ensuing exchange of fire, the troops neutralized five terrorists and recovered one AK-47 rifle, a magazine, and two bicycles.
According to the statement, in another operation in Gwoza Local Government Area, 11 Boko Haram fighters, along with their family members, voluntarily surrendered to the troops.
“The terrorists stated that they could no longer withstand the firepower of the Nigerian Army, prompting their decision to surrender.
“In Yobe State, troops laid an ambush for Boko Haram terrorists logistics supply route at Wulle village in Gujba Local Government Area.” It said.
According to the statement, during the confrontation, two terrorists were neutralized by the superior firepower of the troops, while it recovered one FN rifle, a magazine, and a bicycle.
“In Imo State, troops have successfully trailed and arrested four suspects connected to the kidnap of retired Major General Richard Duru. The suspects, when nabbed, had attempted to bribe the troops with the sum of Five Million Naira (N5,000,000), but was turned down by the troops.
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“The troops rather seized the bribe money, totaling N5,048,105, along with three vehicles, six Laptops and a cash-counting machine.” It said
Meanwhile, in Anambra State, troops have apprehended a notorious member of the Indigenous People of Biafra/Eastern Security Network (IPOB/ESN), Sunday Ofordimze Asika, also known as Aboy Ekwensu
The suspect, who has been on the security agencies’ watchlist, is part of a criminal syndicate terrorizing citizens of Ugu Npologu and Ezinifite communities in Aguta Local Government Area.
“Recovered items during this operation included six cartridges, five machetes, a laptop, a vehicle, and assorted charms.
“In Cross River State, troops conducting waterway patrols have intercepted an automated wooden boat used by armed criminals at Ikang village in Bakassi Local Government Area of the state The suspects who fled upon sighting the troops abandoned a pump-action rifle, three cartridges, a 40 HP boat engine, and the sum of Fifty Thousand Five Hundred Naira (N50,500). Troops have recovered the abandoned items.” It said.
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