IED

IED event in Nigeria on Thu 16th April 2026

16th April 2026

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Joint security forces discover and destroy IEDs during patrol in Imo State

By: Zagazola Makama

Joint troops comprising personnel of the Nigerian Army, Navy, Air Force, Police, Department of State Services, and Civil Defence Corps have conducted a fighting patrol in Orsu Local Government Area of Imo State, leading to the discovery and safe disposal of improvised explosive devices.

Security sources said the operation took place at about 9:50 a.m. on April 16, 2026, within the Uda general area.

According to the sources, an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team discovered two improvised explosive devices during the patrol and safely neutralised them in situ.

The sources added that the patrol was conducted as part of ongoing joint operations aimed at denying criminal elements freedom of action in the area.

They further noted that the operation is still ongoing, with security forces maintaining presence and surveillance across the general area.

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