Troops of Sector 5 of the Joint Task Force South-East Operation UDO KA have neutralised three suspected operatives of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed wing, the Eastern Security Network (ESN), during a security operation in Anambra State.
The operation, carried out in collaboration with other security agencies, followed intelligence reports on the activities of armed individuals allegedly disguising themselves in military camouflage and police uniforms to carry out attacks and other criminal acts in the region.
According to military authorities, the suspects were tracked along the Ogboji–Ajali axis in Orumba South Local Government Area after security operatives received credible information about their movement. The suspects were reportedly travelling in a white Toyota Sienna vehicle when they were intercepted by troops.
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A fierce exchange of gunfire followed, during which the three suspected operatives were killed. Security forces subsequently secured the area and conducted a search operation.
Items recovered from the scene included PKM machine guns, two AK-47 rifles, several rounds of ammunition, four improvised explosive devices (IEDs), communication equipment, a laptop, and the vehicle allegedly used by the suspects.
Troops also recovered identification materials and financial documents believed to be linked to members of the group.
Military authorities said the operation underscores ongoing efforts to dismantle criminal networks and improve security across the South-East.
They reiterated their commitment to sustaining intelligence-driven operations aimed at protecting residents and preventing violent attacks in the region.
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