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| Nigerian troops disrupt suspected terrorist meeting in Imo, neutralise explosive | |
| 2026-05-01 | |
Text: Troops Disrupt Suspected Terrorist Meeting in Imo, Neutralise Explosives By Zagazola Makama Troops of 34 Artillery Brigade, working alongside other security agencies, have disrupted suspected terrorist activities in Orsu Local Government Area of Imo State. Security sources said that the operation was part of ongoing offensive actions aimed at denying suspected criminal elements freedom of movement and assembly in the area. The sources said troops acted on intelligence indicating plans by suspected IPOB/ESN elements
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