Suspected Kidnapper Arrested With AK-47 in Edo
Troops of the 4 Brigade, Nigerian Army, have arrested a suspected kidnapper, identified as Olamide Oyeniyi, and recovered an AK-47 rifle and ammunition in Edo State. The suspect was arrested during a targeted operation along the Benin–Sapele Road in Ikpoba-Okha Local Government Area of Edo State. The Army, in a statement by its spokesperson, Capt. […]
Nigerian Army troops have apprehended a suspected kidnapper, Olamide Oyeniyi, along with an AK-47 rifle and ammunition in Edo State. The arrest took place on September 12, 2026, during an operation targeting criminal activities along the Benin–Sapele Road in Ikpoba-Okha Local Government Area. The suspect was captured by soldiers of the 4 Brigade, who were patrolling to secure transportation routes.
Items seized from Oyeniyi included a single AK-47 rifle, a spare magazine, eight rounds of 7.62mm ammunition, a Tecno mobile phone, two bags, a torchlight, a music box, and various charms. The Army spokesperson, Capt. Kennedy Anyanwu, stated that the suspect is being held for further investigation, and authorities are working to uncover any connections to other criminal elements and assess his potential involvement in kidnapping and related crimes in the region.
The Nigerian Army and other security agencies are committed to maintaining security and ensuring the safety of communities and vital transportation corridors in Edo State.
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