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Troops of the Nigerian Army’s 14 Brigade based in Ohafia, Abia State, have uncovered two improvised explosive devices (IEDs) during a security sweep in a forested area of Umuchinma, Isiala Ngwa North Local Government Area.
The discovery was made during a clearance operation conducted along the Umuchinma pipeline corridor that extends into the forest, according to the brigade.
Providing details of the operation, Acting Assistant Public Relations Officer, Captain Mazinho Attah, said the explosives were locally assembled with 5kg gas cylinders, nails, water-gel explosives, two detonators, and electrical cables.
During the same operation, soldiers also found four empty cartridge shells and two bags filled with nails while dismantling a suspected camp linked to criminal elements. The recovery followed actionable intelligence obtained from a suspect currently under investigation, who reportedly admitted to having technical knowledge of explosives.
Reacting to the development, Brigade Commander Brigadier General A.M. Dikko praised the troops for their discipline and determination, describing the operation as a major breakthrough in the ongoing fight against criminal activities associated with proscribed groups operating in the area.
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The statement further noted that troops are continuing to comb the forest for additional threats. Although the overall security situation in the area remains calm, soldiers have been directed to sustain a high level of alertness and operational readiness.
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