The Nigerian Army
Army intercept explosives devices, ammunition in Cross River
From Chinedu Nwafor Abakaliki
The Nigerian Army said troops of 13 Brigade operating under command of 82 Division, has intercepted a car ladened with assorted ammunitions while enroute Utanga village towards Obudu Mountains in Cross River State.
A statement on Wednesday by Brigadier General Onyema Nwachukwu,Director Army Public Relations, revealed.
The statement reads: “Troops deployed at Forward Operating Base Amana attempted to stop the vehicle at their checkpoint but the driver evaded the checking and zoomed off. The drivers recalcitrance compelled the troops to open fire on the tyres of the vehicle, thereby immobilizing it.
“A thorough search conducted on the vehicle revealed it was conveying 72 Improvised Explosive Device chargers, 121 Dynamite Liquid, 200 rounds of 7.62 mm (NATO) and 82 rounds of 7.62 mm (Special) ammunition. Other items recovered in the intercepted vehicle are military uniforms and kits.
“Members of the public are please urged to continue to support our troops with credible information that will lead to stemming the tide of insecurity across the country.”
