Nigerian Army has arrested two suspected fake female soldiers alongside seven men in Lagos State.

81 Division of the Nigerian Army paraded the suspects before newsmen on Wednesday in Lagos.

According to the Army 81 Division’s Public Relations acting Deputy Director, Lieutenant Colonel Olabisi Olalekan Ayeni, the suspects were behind some criminal activities disturbing the peace in Lagos State.

The Army Statement reads in quote: “Headquarters 81 Division Nigerian Army (NA) has successfully apprehended nine individuals who have been masquerading as soldiers of the NA and engaging in criminal activities that disrupt the peace and security enjoyed in Lagos State and its environs.

The impostors who were paraded to the media 13 March 2024 at Headquarters 81 Division NA, Victoria Island Lagos were identified as, Mr Abua Jacob, Mr Solomon Abraham, Mr Mohammed Jemilu, Mr Michael Omieh, Mr Dauda Samuel, Mr Bida Musa, Miss Esther Audu, and Miss Vivian Titus.

These suspects have been arrested for various offenses, including illegal duties, providing illegal security, and illegal escort services while donning military uniforms. Their actions have not only compromised the safety of civilians but also tarnished the esteemed image of the Nigerian Army.

Mr Abua Jacob, a dismissed soldier, was apprehended on February 7, 2024, at Alaba International Market, Ojo Lagos, for impersonation. Mr Solomon Abraham, Mr Michael Omieh, Mr Mohammed Jemilu, and Mr Dauda Samuel, all dismissed soldiers, were also arrested in separate incidents for similar offences.

Additionally, Miss Esther Audu and Miss Vivian Titus were arrested for impersonation during operations along various routes in Lagos.

The General Officer Commanding 81 Division NA, Major General Mohammed Takuti Usman, has urged law-abiding citizens in Lagos and Ogun States to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities. He reassured the public that concerted efforts, in collaboration with other security agencies, will continue to ensure that such criminal elements are denied a comfort zone within the Division’s Area of Responsibility.

The suspects will be handed over to the Nigerian Police for further investigation and prosecution in accordance with the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

The Nigerian Army remains resolute in its commitment to ensuring the safety and security of citizens within its jurisdiction and will continue to take decisive action against individuals impersonating service personnel and other criminal elements”.

Meanwhile, Nigerian Army Troops have rescued three persons and recovered eight dead bodies in Taraba state.

Army statement in quotes indicated that; “In a strategic mission to address the ongoing threat posed by violent extremists in Southern Taraba and surrounding regions, the troops of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army and Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) conducted successful operations that was led by the Commander, Brigadier General Kingsley Uwa on 13 March 2024.

During the operations, the troops rescued three individuals who had been kidnapped, while also recovering eight bodies and four motorcycles. The coordinated efforts of the military forces were instrumental in achieving these outcomes.

One of the key incidents that prompted the military response was an attack on an 18-seater bus at Gamkwe Village along Maraban-Baisa in Donga Local Government Area, resulting in the disappearance of 15 passengers, including a baby.

This incident led to the blocking of a crucial road in the area. Through diligent patrolling and search efforts, the troops were able to clear the roadblock and thoroughly search the surrounding villages of Gankwe, Aakar, Gidan Adamu, and Magudu, ultimately recovering eight bodies, including that of a missing baby.

Additionally, upon receiving intelligence on armed militias surrounding Sanso village in Donga Local Government Area, the troops swiftly mobilized to the location.

It was revealed that the militias had arrived at Sanso from Anu village using a wooden canoe via the River Donga before carrying out their nefarious attack. The militias stole valuable items, including motorcycles, and kidnapped several villagers.

In response, the troops engaged in a pursuit operation, resulting in the successful rescue of three female kidnap victims and the recovery of four motorcycles, along with significant quantities of grains. The military forces also took action to disrupt the activities of the armed militias in the area.

The operations carried out by the Nigerian Army and Operation Whirl Stroke demonstrate a commitment to maintaining security and peace in Taraba, effectively combating threats posed by violent extremists and criminal elements in the region.

While appreciating the Commander for the swift responses and restoring peace back to the communities, the Chairman Donga Local Government Area, Honourable Ezra Voka on behalf of his people assured the military of continuous and prompt information and intelligence support.

General Uwa while responding to the Chairman and other community leaders at the Local Government Secretariat, encouraged community leaders and the elites of the area both home and abroad to jointly seek alternative dispute resolutions mechanisms to find lasting solution to the ugly trends rather than the jungle justice systems being adopted by the local tribes often leading to reprisals causing loss of lives and destruction of property of innocent villagers. “A line must be drawn going forward for long lasting peace to be achieved in the region” he said”.

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