The report said the suspect had previously benefited from an amnesty programme.
The minister said the threat posed by anti-personnel mines and IEDs remains a serious humanitarian and security concern.
He urged interested operators to visit its Abuja office with their applications to secure the licenses.
On June 5, 2022, terrorists attacked St. Francis Catholic Church in Owo, killing over 40 worshippers.
The source said the operation underscored the army’s vigilance in cutting off critical logistics to insurgents.
Mr Adejobi said investigation revealed that the group had been involved in several high-profile crimes.
“Several camps were found and destroyed during the operation, which lasted several hours.”
The command spokesperson stated that following his confession, Mr Nwokoma led police operatives to his gang’s hideout in Ogwu Waterside in Diobu.
Likewise, residents are advised to remain vigilant against public dangers especially Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs).
The clearance operation centred on suspected hideouts of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra and its Eastern Security Network.
