The Nigerian Army and Nigerian Navy troops have neutralized 5 armed fighters in a firefight that ensued at Ejemekuru in Oguta Local Government Area of Imo State.
A statement by the Director Army Public Relations, Brigadier General Onyema Nwachukwu said the successful raid operation was conducted into identified IPOB/ESN camps where the troops overpowered the Armed separatists’ with overwhelming fire power.
“The gallant troops recovered a significant cache of dangerous weapons including one AK-47 rifle, 2 Pump-action Semi automatic rifles, one locally fabricated gun, 2 magazines and 3 rounds of 7.62mm Special ammunition. The troops also recovered 2 motorbikes, 2 mobile handsets and a Camouflage jungle hat.”
In a separate operation, troops deployed for counter-insurgency operations in North West Nigeria successfully rescued 15 kidnap victims in Tsohuwar Tasha area of Kaura Namoda Local Government Area of Zamfara State.
The statement said vigilant troops responded swiftly to a distress call and immediately mobilized to the scene of the incident where they engaged the kidnappers in a shootout.
The troops overpowered and compelled them to abandon their victims, as they scampered into the forest and abductees were rescued unharmed.
The Nigerian Army says it remains resolute in its commitment to mitigating security challenges in troubled areas of the country.
It also urged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to security agencies, as the troops continue in untiring efforts to ensure peace and security in the country.
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