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Nigerian Army Steps Up Operational Activities Against Criminal Elements Nationwide

Between October 1 and 8 2019, troops of the Nigerian Army operating in various theatres of operations across the country have continued to record significant achievements.

During the period under review, troops intensified their operations nationwide to deny criminal elements freedom of action, leading to a safer and more conducive environment especially with the approach of the 2019 festivities.

5 Boko Haram insurgents that surrendered to troops of 3 battalion at Gamboru Ngala and Dikwa respectively

 

A statement issued by the Nigerian Army Operations Media Coordinator, Colonel Aminu Iliyasu noted that the NE Theatre, as troops of Operation LAFIYA DOLE intensified the bombardment of identified Boko Haram criminals locations and blockade of the criminals’ crossing points and escape routes, adding that more criminal insurgents are giving up their indignant acts of criminality and surrendering to troops.

Suspected bandit Garba Ya’u A.K.A Ticha arrested by troops in Yuna village of Kagarko LGA Kaduna State

 

According to the statement, “This sobriety is further exacerbated by hunger resulting from the blockade of their supply routes, arrest of their Logistics suppliers and collaborators as well as incessant artillery bombardments of their criminal hideouts. Accordingly, 5 marauding Boko Haram criminals surrendered to troops of 3 Battalion in Gamboru Ngala and Dikwa respectively.

Teile bus conveying the rescued passengers by troops during patrol at the general area of Jumbo Farm before Dutse in Chikun LGA of Kaduna State.

 

It added that the during preliminary interrogation, surrendered insurgents revealed that hunger and unending bombardments of their hideouts left them with no choice than to escape from them.

The statement which reads in part also said they also disclosed that they belong to the Al-Barnawi faction. “The surrendered insurgents include Ramat Mohammed, Alhaji Brazil, Bukar Gambo, Waziri Bukar and Bashuna Musa. The suspects are currently undergoing further interrogation.

Motor cycle snatchers, Aminu Sadi and Abba Shehu arrested by troops of 1 Division Garrison at Gazara village in Makarfi LGA of Kaduna State.

 

It reads: “In another development, troops of 115 Task Force Battalion’s Quick Response Group, in conjunction with an Explosive Ordnance Disposal Team deployed at Askira, while acting on a credible information, mobilized to the area and safely detonated an Improvised Explosive Device planted along Rumirgo – Askira road. This has made the route to be safer for commuters.

Arrested 4 suspected impostors dressed in military and police uniforms by troops while on stop and search operations at Atanda village in Jema’a LGA of Kaduna State.

 

“In Katsina State, troops arrested one suspected bandits’ logistic supplier at Irigi along Nigeria/Niger border. In another development, troops of 1 Division Garrison rescued 12 kidnapped passengers of a named Teile Bus in the general area of Jumbo Farm within Chikun LGA of Kaduna State.

2 G3 Rifles, one Ak 47 rifle, one Tavor rifle, 2 locally made rifles, 4 boxer motor cycles, 52 rounds of 7.62mm special, one camouflage t-shirt and one combat belt recovered by troops during a raid operation on Gana militia camp at Gbise in Katsina Ala LGA of Benue State

 

Furthermore, troops arrested one suspected bandit named Garba YA’U in Yuna Village of Kagarko LGA of Kaduna State and recovered one Dane Gun from him. Troop further conducted cordon and search operations at the same village and recovered a metal box, bow and arrow, a locally made rifle and cutlasses from another suspected bandit’s resident. Additionally, troops arrested 2 motorcycle snatchers at Gazara Village of Makarfi LGA of Kaduna State. Preliminary investigation revealed that the suspects are specialised in snatching and selling of stolen motorcycles to bandits.

8 Suspected drug peddlers arrested with 3 sacks of cannabis sativa by troops of guards brigade in conjunction with sister security agencies during an operation at Jabi Park Panteka Abuja.

 

“Additionally, in a separate operation conducted by troops, 4 impostors dressed in military and police uniforms with one Dane Gun were arrested at Atanda Village in Jema’a LGA of Kaduna State.

“In Zamfara State, troops neutralised one bandit and recovered 3 x AK 47 Rifles and 13 magazines. Similarly, in Plateau State, troops arrested 5 suspected criminals at Utan area in Jos North LGA of Plateau State and recovered one locally fabricated pistol, mobile phone and some quality of substances believed to be Cannabis Sativa. Also, following the failed attack on troops deployed at Barkin Ladi LGA of Plateau State, troops exploited the general area and arrested 6 suspects with one AK 47 Rifle and 21 rounds of 7.62mm Special ammunition.

Jukun youths arrested by troops with recovered 4 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition at the outskirt of Donga town in Donga LGA Taraba State.

 

8 Suspected drug peddlers arrested with 3 sacks of cannabis sativa by troops of guards brigade in conjunction with sister security agencies during an operation at Jabi Park Panteka Abuja.

 

 

” Furthermore, in Taraba State, troops intercepted 5 Jukun youths at the outskirt of Donga Town in Donga LGA and recovered 4 rounds of 7.62mm Special ammunition. Subsequently, troops conducted raid operations at Gana Militia Camp in Gbise area of Katsina Ala LGA of Benue State and recovered two G3 Rifles, one AK 47 Rifle, one Tavor Rifle and 2 locally made Rifles. Other items recovered were 4 motorcycles, 52 rounds of 7.62mm Special, one generator, one camouflage T-shirt, one combat belt and a Peugeot Saloon car suspected to be used for conveying kidnapped victim.

ARRESTED 27 IPOB MEMBERS INCL 4 FEMALES LED BY THEIR SPIRITUAL LDR PA MICHEAL MADUMERE AT NGWA IN ISISIOMA NGWA LGA. ALSO, ONE OF THE IPOB MEMBERS NAMED MR OLIVER ONYEBUNACHE ARMED WITH ONE AK 47 RIFLE AND 2 MAGS CONTAINING 8 RNDS OF 7.62 MM SPECIAL

 

 

“Additionally, in a swift operation in the Federal Capital Territory, troops operating in conjunction with other Security Agencies and environmental agency personnel raided JABI Park and arrested 8 suspected drug peddlers. The troops also recovered three sacks of a substance suspected to be Cannabis Sativa from the scene.

However in Abia State, it also noted that the troops arrested 27 IPOB members including 4 females led by their spiritual leader, Pa Michael Madumere at Ngwa in Isisioma Ngwa LGA. During the encounter, one of the IPOB members named Mr Oliver Onyebunache armed with one AK 47 Rifle and 2 magazines containing 8 rounds of 7.62 mm Special ammunition was shot at his right leg while trying to shoot at the troops.

It further reads, “In the Niger Delta region, troops continue to thwart illegal oil bunkering and illegal refining activities within the region. During the period under review, troops arrested two suspects and destroyed one Cotonou boat, 80,000 litres of substances suspected to be stolen crude oil, 11 Illegal Refineries, 9 Storage Tanks with stolen crude oil, 5,700 litres of suspected illegally refined petroleum product, 3 Pumping machines, one motor cycle, 7 Boilers, 4 Ovens, 4 Coolers, 8 Receivers, 3 Saver pits, 7 Wheel barrows, 3 Shovels and several makeshift accommodation.

” Troops also recovered 2 DAF trucks with Reg No YOBE XA 349 FUN and YOBE 21 XA GDM conveying bags containing crude oil, a truck with Reg No LAGOS XR 510 GGE loaded with stolen crude oil, one pumping machine and one Motorola radio.

In the light of the above, the Chief of Army Staff, Lt Gen Tukur Yusuf Buratai, thanked patriotic Nigerians for availing the Nigerian Army with useful information that led to the successes recorded and further enjoined them to continue to relentlessly support the Nigerian Army in order to effectively rid the society of the myriads of security challenges being confronted in Nigeria.

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