In a strategic escalation following intelligence gathered from recent raid operations against the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed wing, the Eastern Security Network (ESN), security forces have intensified their efforts in Abia State.
Collaborating with other security agencies, troops conducted raids and cleared IPOB/ESN camps in the Umudi Forest and Umuaku areas of Umunneochi Local Government Area (LGA).
The operations commenced with an offensive against a primary terrorist camp, where troops encountered resistance. In the ensuing firefight, two terrorists were neutralized while others fled, overwhelmed by superior firepower. The camp was subsequently destroyed. Further operations led to the demolition of a shrine and another camp, with several items recovered from the sites.
Recovered items include:
- One AK-47 rifle with a magazine containing 79 rounds of 7.62mm (special) ammunition
- 15 pump-action cartridges
- Three Baofeng radios
- Two daggers
- Five strike face plates
- 16 phones
- Five solar panel chargers
- Four power banks
- A pair of desert boots
- Two Nigeria Police black belts
- One camp gas
- A sum of two thousand Naira (N2,000)
- One ATM card
- Two voter’s cards
- One national ID card
- One NURTW card
- Four wristwatches
- A pair of knee guards
- Six bags
- Five phone batteries
- One torchlight
- A nylon bag containing Cannabis Sativa
- One umbrella
- Five rings
- One ornamental neck chain
- Three wristbands
- One IPOB beret
- A container of drugs
This operation represents a significant step in the ongoing effort to dismantle the operational capabilities of IPOB/ESN in the region. The security forces remain resolute in their commitment to restoring peace and order in Abia State and ensuring the safety of its residents.
