A suspect has been arrested by the Nigerian Navy in Eleme-Ifoko Community, Degema Local Government Area of Rivers State, after being found in possession of a range of dangerous weapons, including an AK-47 rifle.
The arrest occurred on Wednesday and resulted in the seizure of an AK-47 rifle, three magazines, thirty-six rounds of 7.62mm x 39mm ammunition, three smoke grenade launchers, and a locally made rifle. The Navy disclosed this in a statement posted on its official Facebook page, confirming that the suspect is currently in custody and undergoing investigation.
The operation was part of the military’s ongoing initiatives to tackle illegal arms possession and enhance security in the region. This action is seen as crucial in efforts to curb violence and criminal activities in the state.
In the statement, the Navy noted, “On Wednesday, 23 October 2024, Forward Operating Base BONNY, acting on credible intelligence, apprehended a suspect in possession of one AK-47 rifle, three AK-47 magazines, thirty-six rounds of 7.62mm X 39mm ammunition, three smoke grenade launchers, and one locally made rifle in Eleme-Ifoko Community, Degema LGA, Rivers State. The suspect is currently in custody undergoing investigation.”
The Nigerian Navy reiterated its commitment to maintaining peace and security in the Niger Delta region, an area that has historically faced challenges due to militancy and illegal activities.
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