Army recovers AK-47 and discovers suspected bandit's corpse in Old Oyo Park
Troops of the Nigerian Army have carried out a successful security operation in the Old Oyo National Park, resulting in the recovery of an AK-47 rifle and the discovery of a suspected bandit's body.
The operation, known as Operation IGBO DANU II, was conducted by the Nigerian Army in collaboration with hybrid forces. According to an operational report obtained on Sunday, November 8th, the suspected criminals fled upon noticing the approaching troops.
During a follow-up search on the same day, soldiers discovered an AK-47 rifle bearing registration number 14907, an empty magazine, and a Dane gun. The report further revealed that a subsequent search of the area led to the discovery of the corpse of a suspected bandit.
The military personnel continued their efforts to sweep the area but did not encounter any more bandits.
The operation is part of ongoing efforts by the Nigerian Army to prevent criminal groups from using the area as a sanctuary and enhance security within the operational zone.
Operation IGBO DANU II: Combating Criminal Activity in Old Oyo National Park
In a recent security operation conducted by the Nigerian Army, known as Operation IGBO DANU II, troops have succeeded in recovering an AK-47 rifle and uncovering the body of a suspected bandit within the confines of the Old Oyo National Park.
The operation, which involved collaboration with hybrid forces, took place on Saturday, November 7th. Upon discovering the approaching troops, the suspected criminals fled, leaving behind the recovered weapon and empty magazine.
Subsequent searches conducted on the same day revealed a Dane gun, further solidifying the success of the operation.
The Nigerian Army's ongoing efforts to eradicate criminal activity in the Old Oyo National Park, and enhance security in the operational zone, are aimed at preventing criminal groups from using the area as a safe haven.
Nigerian Army's Operation IGBO DANU II: Combating Criminal Activity in Old Oyo National Park
The Nigerian Army's Operation IGBO DANU II has yielded positive results with the recovery of an AK-47 rifle and the discovery of a suspected bandit's body within the confines of the Old Oyo National Park.
The operation, which involved collaboration with hybrid forces, took place on Saturday, November 7th. Upon noticing the approaching troops, the suspected criminals fled, leaving behind the recovered weapon and an empty magazine.
Further searches conducted on the same day led to the discovery of a Dane gun, further confirming the success of the operation.
The Nigerian Army's ongoing efforts in the Old Oyo National Park aim to prevent criminal groups from using the area as a safe haven.
<small>Source: Daily Post Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
