Troops of Operation Udoka have successfully carried out significant arrests in the South-East region, marking another step forward in their mission to suppress insurgency and criminal activity. These operations, led by the Nigerian military, have been instrumental in addressing the growing threat posed by separatist and criminal groups in the area.
During a bi-weekly briefing held in Abuja, Major General Edward Buba, the Director of Defence Media Operations, outlined the military’s achievements. Among the key successes was the apprehension of Mr. Pius Iguh in Orsu, Imo State.
Iguh is described as a terrorist leader and one of the founding members of the proscribed Indigenous Peoples of Biafra (IPOB), a group known for its separatist activities in the South-East. His capture is seen as a major breakthrough, particularly because of his influence in the Orsu area, where IPOB has maintained a strong presence.
In a separate raid conducted in Amaruku, Abia State, security forces arrested Emmanuel Onwugu, an IPOB commander operating in the Mbano Local Government Area. Onwugu has been involved in various insurgent activities aimed at disrupting security operations in the region.
Further demonstrating the military’s commitment to restoring peace, troops also coordinated with other security agencies to arrest Ifeanyi Rock, a notorious cult leader, and ten of his associates in Arochukwu, Abia State. These arrests reflect the broader goals of Operation Udoka, which not only targets separatist groups like IPOB but also addresses other criminal activities that contribute to regional instability.
Operation Udoka is a part of the Nigerian military’s larger effort to curb insurgency in the South-East and ensure the safety of the local population. By weakening the operational capacities of IPOB and neutralizing criminal elements, the military is steadily working towards restoring peace and order in a region that has been affected by unrest.
