By: Zagazola Makama
Joint troops have conducted an offensive patrol in Ezeagu Local Government Area of Enugu State aimed at disrupting suspected activities of members of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra and its armed wing, the Eastern Security Network.
Security sources said the operation was carried out at about 9:30 a.m. on March 31 by troops of Sector 1 in collaboration with 82 Division Garrison and 103 Battalion (Rear).
According to the sources, the patrol was conducted around Ajali Forest following intelligence reports of suspected militant movement in the area.
The sources said the suspected armed elements fled upon sighting the advancing troops, avoiding direct engagement.
They added that troops have continued to dominate the general area through sustained patrols to deny the suspected group freedom of action.
