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Enugu Victory: Joint Military-Police Operation Takes Down IPOB/ESN Fighters
Enugu Victory: Joint Military-Police Operation Takes Down IPOB/ESN Fighters....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In a fierce confrontation, combined forces of the 82 Division of the Nigerian Army and the Nigerian Police successfully eliminated three combatants associated with the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed faction, the Eastern Security Network (ESN). This engagement occurred during a clearance operation conducted in the early hours of September 18, 2023, at Igboro Forest, situated between Arochukwu and Ohafia local government areas of Abia State.
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According to Brigadier General Onyema Nwachukwu, the Director of Army Public Relations, the operation resulted in the destruction of multiple clandestine camps used by these groups for carrying out heinous acts and training new recruits.
The troops made substantial recoveries during the operation, including various weapons and ammunition such as an improvised 16 multi-barrel rocket launcher (MBRL) mounted on a vehicle, an improvised 12 MBRL gun, an improvised six MBRL gun, one AK-47 rifle, a Dane gun, six locally made rocket launchers, four Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), five fragmental jackets, a Baofeng radio, military camouflage uniforms, and various amulets.
Additionally, the military, in collaboration with the Nigerian Police Force, acted upon credible intelligence and dismantled an IPOB/ESN hideout in Ezioha Mgbowo, Awgu Local Government Area of Enugu State. This operation thwarted the armed fighters’ plans to enforce an unlawful sit-at-home order in the region. Three of the combatants were neutralized during the operation, while others dispersed hastily. Three pump-action guns and ten machetes were confiscated from the fleeing individuals.
The statement issued by the Director of Army Public Relations encouraged members of the public to continue supporting the Nigerian Army and other security agencies by providing credible information to enhance the fight against terrorism, insurgency, and various criminal activities.
A Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, has sentenced Sunmonu Olasunkanmi Thaoban to four years in prison for laundering ₦16 million by disguising its illegal origins and converting it into a 2018 black G-Wagon Jeep.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Court Sentences Man to Four Years for ₦16 Million Money Laundering, Forfeits G-Wagon
A Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, has sentenced Sunmonu Olasunkanmi Thaoban to four years in prison for laundering ₦16 million by disguising its illegal origins and converting it into a 2018 black G-Wagon Jeep.
Key Details of the Case
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Guilty Plea & Sentencing: Justice Akintayo Aluko handed down the sentence on Thursday after Thaoban pleaded guilty to a two-count EFCC charge, alongside an alternative fine option of ₦1.8 million.
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The Offense: Prosecutors stated that Thaoban acted as a middleman in 2023, funneling illicit funds to purchase the luxury vehicle, violating the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022.
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Asset Forfeiture: In addition to the prison term, the judge ordered the permanent forfeiture of both the convict’s G-Wagon and mobile phone to the Federal Government.
Related BDC Convictions
In a separate proceeding, Justice Aluko also convicted four Bureau de Change (BDC) operators—Umar Muhammad Lamido, Yusuf Musa Yusuf, Abdulmuhimin Mahmud, and Muhammed Musa—for conducting unauthorized foreign exchange transactions outside the official market. Following their guilty pleas, each received a 12-month prison sentence with an option of a ₦100,000 fine.
A Delta State High Court has handed down death sentences to two individuals for their involvement in the 2018 killing of Delta State University (DELSU) undergraduate Elozino Ogege, following a ruling that found them guilty. Meanwhile, a third co-defendant facing charges related to the same incident was discharged and acquitted. The 2018 murder of Ogege had previously sparked significant public outrage and widespread demands for justice. Further details on the ruling are expected soon.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Security forces have arrested a suspected Boko Haram informant, Abulfatahi, in Monguno, Borno State, in connection with the recent terrorist attack on Cross Kauwa.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Operation & Timing: Apprehended on July 27 during an intelligence-led sweep targeting a local terrorist information network. Two other suspects were previously arrested and moved to the Joint Intelligence Fusion Centre.
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Confession: During preliminary interrogations, Abulfatahi admitted to working for a Boko Haram commander named Akilu, who directs terrorist operations in Dabar Masara and Garin Mace.
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Criminal Activities: The suspect allegedly collected illegal taxes for the terrorist commander and helped select targets for abduction around Monguno.
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Evidence Recovered: Investigators found two phone numbers linked to Commander Akilu on Abulfatahi’s mobile device, which are aiding security forces in dismantling the broader network.
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Next Steps: Authorities are expanding their investigations to uncover other collaborators and strengthen ongoing counter-terrorism efforts across the Lake Chad region.
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