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Troops neutralise IPOB/ESN gunman Ejike 3 others, in Anambra

By Mike Oboh

Troops of the Nigerian Army (NA)have neutralised four Indigenous Peoples of Biafra/ Eastern Security Network gunmen at Ihiala town in Anambra State.

This is contained in a statement by
Brigadier General Onyema Nwachukwu
Director. Army Public Relations, today.

The statement noted that the gunmen were enforcing the illegally imposed sit-at-home order and were firing sporadically in and around a filling station in Ihiala town.

“On receipt of a distress call, troops of the NA launched out to the location to restore normalcy. On intercepting the dissidents, a firefight ensued, and the gallant troops neutralised their leader, Ejike and three others” .

Items recovered from the gunmen during the encounter include one motorcycle, two pump action double-barrel guns, 12 live cartridges and substances suspected to be cannabis, amongst others.

Sadly, one combat vehicle conveying troops was involved in an accident during the operation following a technical fault. One gallant officer and a soldier paid the supreme price in the accident, while two sustained injuries. The injured are currently responding to treatment at a military hospital.

While we pray for the repose of the souls of deceased personnel, the general public is enjoined to continue to support the military and other security agencies through the provision of timely and accurate information that could enhance ongoing operations and ultimately restore peace and stability in the region.

The statement aaid

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