The Nigeria Police Force has neutralised seven terrorists and recovered 23 firearms, along with assorted ammunition, in recent operations across the country.......CONTINUE READING THE ARTICLE FROM THE SOURCE>>>>>
Armed men invaded Gobiraje Village in Suru Local Government Area of Kebbi State on February 14, 2025, kidnapping a 60-year-old man, Umaru Bawa.
Police operatives trailed the suspects to Tundafari Forest, engaging them in a gun duel. Four terrorists were killed, one was arrested with fatal injuries, and the victim was rescued unhurt. Additionally, ₦3 million paid as ransom was recovered.
Imo State Crackdown On IPOB/ESN
On February 8, 2025, police operatives in Imo State, in collaboration with other security agencies, raided an IPOB/ESN terrorist camp in Ezioha Mbaitolu, neutralising two kingpins and recovering seven AK-47 rifles, 13 pump-action guns, and hundreds of rounds of live ammunition.
A follow-up operation on February 9, 2025, in Nkwukwo Forest, near the boundary with Ubachima Forest, led to the neutralisation of three more terrorists.
Recovered items included two AK-47 rifles loaded with 36 rounds of live ammunition, a pump-action gun, four motorcycles, and criminal charms.
Force PRO, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, highlighted the Police’s dedication to dismantling criminal networks.
Inspector-General Kayode Egbetokun commended the operatives, urging increased intelligence gathering and community engagement.
“The Nigeria Police Force remains committed to protecting lives and property,” Adejobi stated.
