The Nigerian Army has announced that its troops successfully dislodged and destroyed a terrorist camp operated by the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and the Eastern Security Network (ESN).
In a statement issued on Saturday, the army reported that the operation took place earlier in the day in the Ezere Forest of Umuawa Aku, Okigwe Local Government Area of Imo State.
The operation also extended into the Akawa Nnneato and Lomara communities in the Umunneochi Local Government Area of Abia State, resulting in the capture of a General Purpose Machine Gun (GPMG) and other assorted items.
The army stated that acting on actionable intelligence about the harassment and intimidation of residents by terrorist elements, the troops swiftly mobilized to neutralize the threat.
Upon arrival, the troops engaged the terrorists in a fierce shootout, successfully dislodging them from their camp.
The army added that the troops pursued the fleeing terrorists, forcing them to abandon a significant cache of arms, including one GPMG, assorted rounds of ammunition, two motorcycles, and two communication radios.
“Troops will be decisive in dismantling any threat to ensure the safety of the communities.
“This significant operation serves as a testament to the army’s dedication to protecting civilians and combating terrorism.
“The successful operation has not only served to disrupt the activities of the terrorist group but also sends a strong message on the army’s resolve to restore and maintain order in the affected areas,” it said.
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