Troops of the Nigerian Army in collaboration with the Department of State Services (DSS) operatives have uncovered arms cache of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its Eastern Security Network (ESN) in Enugu metropolis.
This is contained in a statement made available to Newsmen on Wednesday in Enugu by the Acting Deputy Director Army Public Relations, 82 Division , Lt.-Col. Olabisi Ayeni.
He said the troops of 82 Division Garrison operating under Sector 1, Operation UDO KA, in collaboration with operatives of DSS Enugu State Command, achieved the significant operational feat.
The spokesman noted that the feat was achieved in the ongoing Operation EASTERN SANITY II, in an effort to consolidate the peace building process in the South-East.
He noted tha on June 9, acting on credible intelligence derived from previously arrested suspects affiliated with the IPOB/ESN; security forces conducted a precision follow-up operation in Gariki, Enugu South Local Government Area.
“Troops uncovered a clandestine arms hideout concealed within a zinc structure disguised as a piggery.
“A thorough exploitation of the site led to the recovery of a substantial cache of weapons and ammunition.
“These include General Purpose Machine Guns, RPG-7 launcher tube, AK-47 rifles, hand grenades, tear gas gun with cartridges, AK-47 magazines, 270 rounds of 7.62mm NATO ammunition, and 478 rounds of 7.62mm Special ammunition.
“All recovered items and arrested suspects have been handed over to the DSS Enugu State Command for further investigation and appropriate legal action,” he said.
Ayeni said that the intelligence-driven operation underscored the effective interagency collaboration in the region, resulting in proactive measures to counter threats to national unity and public safety.
He said the operation also reflected the Operation UDO KA’s unwavering commitment to sustaining offensive actions against criminal and terrorist networks that undermine peace in the region.
The spokesman said that Operation UDO KA reaffirmed its dedication to protecting citizens and preserving national sovereignty.
“The public is strongly encouraged to continue providing timely and credible information to security forces, thereby enhancing collective efforts to achieve lasting peace and security in the South-East,” he added.
