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Imo: Police arrest three suspected IPOB members, recover N10 million

“Investigations revealed that the money was contributed by IPOB members to finance terrorism,” the police spokesman said.

• April 18, 2025
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The Imo Police Command has arrested three suspected members of the proscribed Indigenous Peoples of Biafra (IPOB) at a hideout in the Okigwe Local Government Area of the state.

The command’s spokesman, Henry Okoye, disclosed this in Owerri on Friday and said the arrest was a sequel to “sustained operational momentum against criminal elements threatening public safety in the state.”

“On April 17, 2025, at about 0120 hours, operatives of the command’s tactical teams, in synergy with local vigilante groups, acted on credible intelligence and stormed a suspected IPOB/ESN hideout on Cameron Street, Ubahu, in Okigwe Local Government Area.

“On sighting the operatives, the suspects opened fire, resulting in a gun battle during which three suspects were arrested,” he said.

Mr Okoye said the suspects’ ages were 21, 31 and 37, noting that two others escaped into the surrounding bushes.

The spokesman said one AK-47 rifle, two pump-action guns, 18 live cartridges, mobile devices, laptops, and ₦10.3 million cash were recovered from the scene.

“Investigations revealed that the money was contributed by IPOB members to finance terrorism,” he said.

With Easter celebrations on the horizon, Mr Okoye assured Imo residents of robust security across the state.

Mr Okoye noted that the command, in collaboration with sister agencies, patrols, surveillance and checkpoints have been intensified to ensure safe and peaceful celebrations.

He urged residents to stay vigilant and report suspicious activities to the nearest police station or via 08034773600.

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