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IPOB/ESN Founding Father, Others Captured by Nigerian Troops in Imo, Abia

Nigerian Troops Nab IPOB/ESN Founding Member, Other Top Commanders in Imo, Abia.
In a significant blow to the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its militant wing, Eastern Security Network (ESN), Nigerian troops have arrested key leaders and commanders in Imo and Abia states. Among those captured is Pius Iguh, a founding father of ESN in Orsu, Imo State.
 Key Arrests:
- Pius Iguh: IPOB/ESN founding member and leader in Orsu
- Emmanuel Onwugu: IPOB commander arrested in Mbano, Abia State
- Ifeanyi Rock: Notorious cult leader and 10 combatants captured in Arochukwu
According to Major General Edward Buba, Director of Defence Media Operations, troops neutralized 24 terrorists and arrested 12 extremists between October 15 and 18, 2024. The successful operations took place in Orsu, Obubra, and Arochukwu.
Recovered Items:
- 10 AK47 rifles
- 15 pump action guns
- 4 locally fabricated guns
- 153 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition
The defence spokesman also reported that within the past week, 140 terrorists were neutralized, and 135 suspects arrested across Nigeria. Additionally, troops thwarted illegal oil operations in the Niger Delta, recovering over one million litres of crude oil and denying theft worth N1.7 billion.