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Soldiers arrest IPOB suspect, recover IEDs in Imo
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Troops from the 82 Division and Joint Task Force South-East apprehended a suspected member of the Indigenous People of Biafra and Eastern Security Network, Mr. Onyebuchi Dara, 28, during clearance operations in Imo. Dara, from Etinasa community in Orsu Local Government Area, was arrested at Ehioma Junction based on intelligence related to previous attacks on security personnel. He had previously participated in an amnesty program but reportedly went underground due to fears of attacks from a suspected armed group leader known as “Gentle the Yahoo.” Preliminary interrogation indicates Dara admitted to being present during the 2022 killing of two soldiers, retired MWO Linus Musa and Pte Gloria Matthew, at Ubaha–Orsu. He remains in custody as investigations continue to track other suspects. In a separate operation along the Akwu–Udah axis, troops discovered and neutralized five Improvised Explosive Devices. Military and vigilante uniforms, boots, and other items suspected of being used for impersonation and operational support by criminal elements were also recovered. Operations are ongoing to degrade hostile networks and restore security in the South-East.
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