Nigerian Army Conducts Successful Raid on IPOB Camps, Arrests 9 Suspects and Seizes Weapons
In a crucial operation on Sunday, the Nigerian Army launched a raid on the camps of the separatist group, Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), in Anambra State. As a result, nine suspected hoodlums were apprehended, and a significant amount of weapons was recovered.
Brig. Gen. Onyema Nwachukwu, the Director of Army Public Relations, provided details of the operation in a statement on Monday. He clarified that among those captured, one was an IPOB fighter, while the remaining eight were identified as brigands.
The troops, supported by local vigilante groups, diligently demolished the known hideouts of the IPOB members and confiscated multiple weapons.
The clearance operations, aimed at ensuring peace and security in South-East Nigeria, were conducted by troops from the 302 Regiment under the 82 Division of the Nigerian Army, in collaboration with the Anambra Vigilante Group. Their primary targets were the fighters affiliated with the banned Indigenous People of Biafra and its armed counterpart, the Eastern Security Network. The successful raids took place in Oroma and Umuewelum Anam, Anambra West Local Government Area of Anambra State.
On the day of the operation, Sunday, July 23, 2023, the troops bravely stormed the identified camps to put an end to the illicit activities perpetuated by the fighters in the local communities.
Brig. Gen. Nwachukwu shared additional information on the outcome of the raid. The troops seized a variety of weaponry, including one AK-47 Rifle, one AKMS rifle, three Lexus SUVs, and two motorcycles. Moreover, the operation led to the capture of eight brigands who were actively involved in criminal activities.
In a separate operation, the Nigerian Army targeted the IPOB camp situated in Mmiata Anam, Anambra South. During the encounter with the radical group, one IPOB fighter was neutralized, while another was successfully apprehended. The troops also managed to recover one AK-47 rifle, one gun, and police uniforms from the scene.
The Nigerian Army’s recent operations against the Indigenous People of Biafra demonstrate their commitment to maintaining peace and security in the region. The success of the raids and the subsequent arrest of suspects and seizure of weapons contribute significantly to the ongoing efforts to curb the illicit activities of the separatist group.