Troops uncover, neutralise IED along Wawa–Babans axis in Niger state

Troops uncover, neutralise IED along Wawa–Babans axis in Niger state

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Operation SAVANNAH SHIELD have uncovered and safely neutralised an improvised explosive device (IED) along the Wawa–Babana road in Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State during an ongoing offensive operation.

Security sources said the operation was conducted at about 10:00 a.m. on March 25 by troops of 22 Brigade Sector 1, Operation Safe Secure Support (OPSS), in conjunction with 221 Battalion.

The sources said the troops were on patrol along the axis to assess a bridge previously damaged by an IED explosion when they encountered the security threat.

According to the sources, the troops quickly created an alternative route to bypass the damaged bridge and continued their movement along the operational axis.

During further advance towards Luma, the troops reportedly discovered another IED planted along the route.

The explosive device was subsequently recovered and safely disposed of by an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team, preventing what could have been a major threat to troops and civilians.

Troops uncover, neutralise IED along Wawa–Babans axis in Niger state