The Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) SOROH has arrested a suspected militant with a high-powered HK Common Goal Machine Gun (GPMG) and a big cache of ammunition throughout a particular raid in Peremabiri, Southern Ijaw native authorities space of Bayelsa State.
The suspect, recognized as Daniel Damigo, was handed over to the Division of State Companies (DSS) for additional investigation and prosecution.
Commander of NNS SOROH, Commodore Omobamidele Akinbami, on Monday, mentioned the raid was primarily based on credible intelligence and sustained surveillance which was carried out with precision and professionalism.
He mentioned, “The operation, executed with precision and professionalism, led to the arrest of 1 militant, recognized as Mr Daniel Damigo. The raid resulted within the restoration of 1 HK GPMG and a major amount of ammunition.
“The swift and decisive motion of the Nigerian Navy personnel ensured minimal disruption to the encompassing group and prevented any collateral injury.”
Akinbami additionally recommended Labrador Safety Companies for his or her assist, stating that their collaboration helped to make sure a protected and profitable mission.
The Commander additional revealed that the recovered weapon and ammunition will endure forensic evaluation to find out any connection to previous crimes.
“This operation aligns with the CNS mission assertion of sustaining and equipping a professionally competent and moral naval power,” he added.
The Navy boss strongly warned criminals concerned in militancy, sea theft, and pipeline vandalism, stating that Bayelsa is not going to be a protected haven for such actions.
“Bayelsa State is not going to be a protected haven for them, and they need to desist from these unscrupulous actions as a result of the Nigerian Navy, OPDS, and different safety companies is not going to relaxation on their oars to deliver perpetrators to e book,” he warned.
In a associated growth, Commodore Akinbami disclosed that two suspected cultists had been not too long ago arrested in Yenagoa with a regionally made pistol and ammunition.
He mentioned they’ve since been handed over to the police anti-cultism unit for additional motion.
The Commander additionally confirmed that naval officers exchanged gunfire with suspected sea robbers in Akassa on Sunday, June 29, forcing the criminals to desert their boat and flee.
He mentioned the criminals’ operational boat was recovered and at present within the custody of the navy.
Akinbami urged residents to stay vigilant and report any suspicious actions, stressing that the safety and security of communities and significant nationwide belongings are collective duty of the residents, “and collectively, we are able to construct a safer, safer and affluent Nigeria.”
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