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Bodies of Two Kidnapped Cameroonian Women Recovered in Anambra
Bodies of two kidnapped Cameroonian women recovered in Omambala River, Anambra; police continue search for third victim and suspects
Officials said the Bodies of Two Kidnapped Cameroonian women, identified as Mrs. Bognou Alice and her niece Miss Sandra, were recovered in the Omambala River, Anambra West Local Government Area.
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The discovery followed an intensive search conducted on Saturday by the Anambra Rapid Response Squad in collaboration with professional divers and local volunteers.
Police spokesperson SP Ikenga Tochukwu confirmed that both bodies were positively identified by the victims’ family. The recovered remains have been deposited in a mortuary for further examination and investigative procedures.
Two suspects, Nonso Augustine Akpeh and Kingsley Akpeh, have been arrested and are providing vital information to assist the ongoing investigation. Police said efforts are ongoing to locate a third suspect, Uchenna Nicholas Mmadu, who remains at large.
Ikenga noted that the Anambra Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu, extended condolences to the bereaved families and directed intensified operational activities to ensure the remaining victim is found and suspects are apprehended.
The statement also highlighted the state’s security context, noting that kidnapping incidents in eastern Nigeria, including Anambra, are sometimes attributed to outlawed groups, though claims are often disputed.
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Authorities reaffirmed their commitment to protecting lives and delivering justice.
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The Nigerian Army is sending 600 soldiers to India for specialised jungle and mountain warfare training to improve combat readiness
The Nigerian Army has commenced the deployment of 600 personnel to India for specialised jungle and mountain warfare training aimed at improving troops’ combat readiness and ability to operate in difficult terrain.
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The first batch of 300 soldiers departed the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja on Thursday, October 22, aboard two Indian Air Force aircraft, a C-17 and an Airbus A321.
The Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Colonel Appolonia Anele, announced the deployment in a statement on Friday.
According to the statement, the training is intended to enhance troops’ operational effectiveness in challenging environments and strengthen the Army’s capacity to protect Nigeria’s territorial integrity.
“The training underscores the COAS’s commitment to building a professional, adaptable and combat-ready force capable of confronting terrorists, insurgents and other criminal elements operating in forests, mountainous areas and other challenging environments,” the statement said.
The statement said the deployment was initiated by the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, as part of efforts to improve personnel development, realistic training and operational effectiveness.
It added that the programme aligned with Shaibu’s command philosophy, which prioritises combat readiness and the development of a resilient, mission-ready force.
The Coordinator of the Nigerian Military Training Support and Advisory Team at Army Headquarters, Department of Army Training, Major General UG Yusuf, represented the Army chief at the departure ceremony.
The Indian High Commissioner to Nigeria also witnessed the departure.
The Army said arrangements were underway to transport the remaining 300 personnel to India to complete the planned deployment.
The specialised training is expected to strengthen the soldiers’ ability to operate in forests, mountainous regions and other difficult environments where conventional military operations can pose additional challenges.
The initiative is also expected to reinforce defence cooperation between Nigeria and India.
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The Army said the deployment reflected its commitment to developing personnel capable of responding to security threats while safeguarding the country’s sovereignty and protecting lives and property.
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