Monday, June 22, 2026

Eastern Security Network (ESN)

May 16, 2026

Navy nabs five suspected IPOB/ESN criminals in Anambra

The naval spokesman said the suspects were subsequently handed over to the SSS in line with established inter-agency cooperation protocols for further investigation and action.

The suspected IPOB/ESN criminals
April 25, 2026

Troops dismantle IPOB/ESN stronghold in Imo, recover suspected remains of slain military couple 

The report stated that the two officers were abducted and killed in May 2022 while travelling for their traditional wedding.

May 8, 2025
Nnamdi Kanu
January 25, 2025

Police kill six IPOB/ESN terrorists, recover arms in Imo

The police force PRO said five AK-47 rifles, 552 rounds of live ammunition, IEDs, communication equipment, and motorcycles were recovered from the scene.

Police officers
January 25, 2025

Police dislodge ESN hideout in Imo forest, kill six suspected members

Mr Adejobi said investigation revealed that the group had been involved in several high-profile crimes.

ESN members
December 8, 2024

Troops clear IPOB camps in South-East, arrest two terrorists

Mr Unuakhalu said troops, on December 5, cleared the IPOB/ESN camp at Uhuala-Aku in the Okigwe Local Government Area of Imo.

Nigerian Troops
July 25, 2024

Defence chief tasks military personnel on patriotism in tackling security challenges  

Mr Musa said that the contemporary security threats facing the country included threats of terrorism perpetuated in the North-East.

Maj.-Gen. Christopher Musa
June 18, 2024

Police arrest four ESN members planning attacks on security operatives in Anambra

The Anambra Police Command has raided and dislodged the secessionist group in the state following a credible intelligence report.

Police officers
June 13, 2024

Twenty-five IPOB-ESN suspects arrested in Abia, Imo, Anambra: DHQ

The Defence Headquarters says troops of Operation UDO KA raided several training camps of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its Eastern Security Network (ESN) in the South-East and apprehended

Alex Otti, Soludo and Uzodimma
April 9, 2024

Wanted IPOB-ESN terrorist captured in Imo: Police

The police command in Imo said Tuesday it had arrested a wanted alleged terrorist.

IPOB militants