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SAA event in Nigeria on Fri 16th October 2026

16th October 2026

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Troops Arrest Suspected Criminal, Recover Dane Gun in Edo

By Zagazola Makama

Troops of the 4 Brigade under Operation MESA have arrested a suspected criminal and recovered a Dane gun in Owan East Local Government Area of Edo State.

Security sources said the suspect was apprehended at about 6:04 p.m. on Oct. 16, 2026, by troops of the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Sobe while conducting a patrol around the Igue/Oke–Agor farm area.

The suspect was reportedly identified by local residents as an alleged criminal who had led villagers following an attack on a farmer and other members of the community.

The troops recovered one Dane gun from the suspect during the operation.
The suspect and the recovered weapon were subsequently handed over to the Nigeria Police Force at Otuo Division for further investigation and necessary action.

The arrest forms part of ongoing security efforts to tackle criminal activities and improve the safety of farming communities in Edo State.

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