Troops foil alleged IPOB kidnap attempt, recover five in Southeast Troops of Operation UDO KA have foiled a kidnap attempt by members of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), rescuing five victims in the process. A credible military source told The Nation on Saturday that the troops responded to a distress call at about 6 p.m. on February 20 following an attack at the 9th Mile axis by suspected IPOB members on commuters travelling to Anambra State. The source said the troops demonstrated exceptional vigilance and combat readiness, swiftly mobilising to the scene to confront the attackers. “On arrival, the troops decisively engaged the armed elements, overwhelming them with superior firepower and tactical manoeuvre. The swift and aggressive response forced the criminals to abandon th...