Simon Chukwumeoru Akpoke, alias "Iron," a wanted member of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its alleged armed wing, Eastern Security Network (ESN), was arrested in Ogun State on Friday. The military confirmed the arrest through Maj.-Gen. Michael Onoja, Director of Defence Media Operations (DMO), who disclosed the development in a statement issued to Defence Correspondents. Akpoke was apprehended during operations targeting insurgency activities in the South-West. The military described him as a key suspect linked to violent attacks and destabilisation efforts in the region. No further details were provided on the circumstances of the arrest or Akpoke's current location.