The Nigerian Army has dismissed as fake and mischievous an online report claiming that bandits overran troops and carted away weapons in Obanla, Kwara State.
The Nigerian Army has dismissed as fake and mischievous an online report claiming that bandits overran troops and carted away weapons in Obanla, Kwara State.
According to a statement signed by Lieutenant Colonel Polycarp Okoye, Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, 2 Division, Nigerian Army, the publication is “a deliberate fabrication” intended to mislead the public and demoralize gallant troops who are working tirelessly to restore peace and security in the region.
“At no time were Army positions overrun, nor was any cache of weapons or ammunition lost to criminal elements, as mischievously reported by the online platform,” Lt. Col. Okoye clarified.
He said troops of 148 Battalion (Rear) have continued to record impressive gains in ongoing clearance operations across Kogi and Kwara States.
“In a recent engagement, the troops mounted a strong blocking position along the Kwara–Ekiti border axis, where they neutralized two armed bandits and recovered two brand-new AK-47 rifles,” the statement added.
Lt. Col. Okoye described the report as “false, misleading, and sensational”, adding that it was aimed at sowing confusion and eroding public confidence in the military.
