In a recent operation in Imo State, a combined team of Nigerian Army and Navy personnel engaged in a firefight with members of the Eastern Security Network (ESN), resulting in the neutralization of five armed fighters. The encounter took place on Tuesday in Ejemekuru, Oguta Local Government Area, during a raid on a camp affiliated with the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB)/Eastern Security Network.

Major General Onyema Nwachukwu, the Director of Army Public Relations, confirmed the incident in a statement, highlighting the successful operation by the troops. Overwhelming firepower was employed to overcome the armed separatists' resistance, leading to the recovery of a significant cache of dangerous weapons.

Recovered arms included one AK-47 rifle, two pump-action semi-automatic rifles, and one locally fabricated gun, along with two magazines and three rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition. Additionally, the troops seized two motorbikes, two mobile handsets, and a camouflaged jungle hat from the scene.

In a separate operation on the same day, troops engaged in counter-insurgency efforts in North-West Nigeria rescued 15 kidnapped victims in the Tsohuwar Tasha area of Kaura Namoda Local Government Area, Zamfara State. Responding swiftly to a distress call, the vigilant troops confronted the kidnappers, forcing them to abandon their victims and flee into the forest. All abductees were safely rescued without harm.

Major General Nwachukwu reiterated the Nigerian Army's unwavering commitment to addressing security challenges across the country. He urged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to security agencies, underscoring the army's continuous efforts to maintain peace and security nationwide.