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An improvised explosive device, IED, has reportedly detonated under a military vehicle during a routine patrol along the Ihite Ukwa\u2013Health Centre axis in Orsu Local Government Area of Imo State.<\/p>\n

Security sources disclosed this to security expert Zagazola Makama on Saturday.<\/p>\n

The sources said the incident occurred at about 6:50 a.m. on September 4, 2026, when troops of the 34 Artillery Brigade stepped on the device while conducting a patrol.<\/p>\n

The sources said the explosion damaged the front-right fender of the Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicle.<\/p>\n

It was, however, gathered that no casualty was recorded in the incident.<\/p>\n

According to Makama, the troops have continued to maintain security operations in the area, while efforts are ongoing to prevent further attacks along the route.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

An improvised explosive device, IED, has reportedly detonated under a military vehicle during a routine patrol along the Ihite Ukwa\u2013Health Centre axis in Orsu Local Government Area of Imo State. Security sources disclosed this to security expert Zagazola Makama on Saturday. 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