Troops uncover shallow grave, exhume corpse of community leader in Imo [VIDEO]

Troops of 34 Artillery Brigade, operating under Operation UDO KA have uncovered a shallow grave and exhumed the remains of the late Chief Ibe Anyadu of Aggah Community.

This is contained in a statement by Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, 82 Division Nigerian Army, Lt-Col Olabisi Ayeni, on Monday.

Anyadu was allegedly murdered by suspected members of a criminal gang recently apprehended in connection with violent crimes in the region.

This development follows recent intelligence-driven operations that led to the arrest of suspects responsible for the killing of a Nigerian Army soldier and the recovery of stolen service weapons. During interrogation, one of the suspects confessed to involvement in the murder of Chief Anyadu and volunteered to lead troops to the burial site.

According to the statement, on 2 August 2026, the suspects guided troops to a shallow grave within Umudike Forest, one of the criminals’ known camps, where the remains of the late community leader was successfully exhumed. 

It said the exhumation was conducted in the presence of the deceased’s family members, vigilante personnel from Ohaji/Egbema Local Government Area, and representatives of Aggah and Umudike communities. 

The statement added that the family provided a coffin and ambulance to ensure a dignified burial in accordance with their customs and traditions.

The Commander, Joint Task Force South-East, Operation UDO KA, Major General Oluremi Ayobami Fadairo, extended his condolences to the family of the late Chief and prayed for the peaceful repose of his soul. 

He further assured the family and the people of Aggah Community that justice will be served, as the suspects will be prosecuted in accordance with the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. 

“Headquarters Operation UDO KA, as part of ongoing peace-building efforts in the South-East region, remains committed to dismantling criminal networks, bringing perpetrators of violent crimes to justice, and ensuring that victims and their families receive closure through lawful processes. 

“The public is encouraged to continue supporting security agencies with timely and credible information, which remains vital to the success of ongoing operations,” the statement said.

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