Nigerian Troops Neutralize Suspect and Seize Weapons in Oyo National Park

Nigerian troops from Operation IGBO DANU II have killed a suspected criminal and recovered an AK-47 rifle during an operation in the Old Oyo National Park. This operation took place on November 7, 2026, and was part of a broader effort to combat crime in the area.

The troops, working alongside other security forces, engaged the suspects who fled upon seeing the advancing soldiers. In addition to the AK-47, they also found an empty magazine and a Dane gun, according to a statement from the Nigerian Army.

On November 8, during a follow-up operation, the troops discovered the body of one of the fleeing suspects, confirming that one criminal had been neutralized. The Army stated that they destroyed temporary shelters believed to be used by criminals to hide in the forest.

The destruction of these hideouts is part of the Army’s strategy to disrupt criminal activities and prevent suspects from finding safe places. The Army is committed to continuing operations to dismantle criminal networks and restore security in the region.

Efforts to track down fleeing suspects are ongoing, with the Army aiming to prevent them from regrouping and continuing their activities in the area.