Troops arrest two suspected IPOB/ESN members in anambra

Troops arrest two suspected IPOB/ESN members in anambra

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops under Operation UDO KA have arrested two suspected members of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra and its armed wing, Eastern Security Network, during separate sting operations in Anambra State.

Security sources said the first arrest was carried out at about 1:00 p.m. on March 31 at Ihiala checkpoint by troops of Sector 5, working with a tracking team and aerial surveillance support.

According to the sources, the suspect, a native of Oraifite in Ekwusigo Local Government Area, was intercepted during the operation following intelligence reports.

Preliminary investigations allegedly revealed that the suspect served as a nurse responsible for providing medical attention to operatives in a suspected camp located in Umunze, Orumba South Local Government Area.

The sources said items recovered from the suspect include two mobile phones, a handbag containing drugs, jewellery and a phone charger.

In a related development, troops at Umunze checkpoint, also acting on intelligence, arrested another suspect identified as a native of Ogbunka in Orumba South LGA.

The sources said the second suspect allegedly confessed to being a member of the proscribed group during preliminary interrogation.

They added that both suspects are currently in custody and undergoing further investigation, while recovered items remain exhibits for further action.

Troops arrest two suspected IPOB/ESN members in anambra