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Other MoA event in Enugu, Okpakeke area, Nigeria on Thu 29th January 2026

29th January 2026

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On 29 January 2026, Nigerian military, police, and other security agencies (likely DSS and NSCDC, given the security arrangement in the area) clashed with an unidentified armed group while attempting to rescue a hostage in Okpakeke (Udenu, Enugu). The hostage was taken from his residence the same day in Ezimo (coded separately), and the troops mobilized and traced the abductors to the Itabolo general area before finally encountering them in Okpakeke. The hostage was rescued unhurt. There were no fatalities.

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Nigeria (NGA)

Enugu ( Okpakeke area )

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