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 NIGERIAN ARMY NEUTRALISE IPOB/ESN OPERATIVES, RECOVER ARMS AND IEDS IN ANAMBRA Troops of Sector 5, Joint Task Force South-East Operation UDO KA, in conjunction with sister services and other security agencies, have recorded a major operational success against members of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed affiliate, the Eastern Security Network (ESN), in Anambra State. Acting on credible intelligence on armed criminals reportedly masquerading in military camouflage and Nigeria Police uniforms to perpetrate violent attacks, the joint security team swiftly mobilised and tracked the suspects along the Ogboji–Ajali axis in Orumba South Local Government Area on 23 June 2026. The suspects were intercepted while moving in a white Toyota Sienna vehicle, leading to a fierce firefight during which three ESN operatives were neutralised. Following the engagement, troops conducted a thorough exploitation of the area and recovered PKM machine guns with 53 rounds of a...

NEMA CONFIRMS 24 RESCUED, 42 MISSING IN KOGI BOAT MISHAP. (PHOTO).


 NEMA confirms 24 rescued, 42 missing in Kogi boat mishap


The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has confirmed that 24 passengers were rescued from the Kogi boat mishap. In a post on Thursday, NEMA said 42 persons remained missing as search and rescue operations continue.


According to the agency, the incident occurred on Tuesday evening when a boat carrying about 80 passengers capsized on the River Niger. The boat had departed Onugwa community in Ibaji Local Government Area and was heading to Olushi village before it sank.’

“The unfortunate mishap has claimed several lives and left dozens missing,” NEMA said in its update.The Director General of NEMA, Zubaida Umar, activated the Abuja Operations Office to support ongoing rescue efforts.


Rescue Efforts Ongoing


Search and rescue teams have recovered 14 corpses while efforts to find the missing continue. Community divers are supporting official responders, including NEMA, KOSEMA, NIWA, Red Cross, Civil Defence, and the Fire Service.


NEMA added that “periodic updates will be provided as more information becomes available.” The Head of Abuja Operations Office,  Zakari Abubakar, also visited the Onugwa traditional ruler to commiserate. On Wednesday, the Kogi State Government said at least 26 passengers had died in the tragedy.


Commissioner for Information Kingsley Fanwo described the accident as “a heartbreaking loss” and conveyed the governor’s condolences. Governor Usman Ododo directed state agencies to support victims’ families and improve safety on the waterways. “The Government of Kogi State stands with the people of Ibaji LGA in this moment of grief,” the statement said.


The NEMA and the state government emphasised the need for strict safety compliance on waterways. They urged riverine communities to avoid overloading boats and ensure the use of life jackets during travel.

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