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IED blast hits military vehicle during patrol in Imo
An improvised explosive device, IED, is reported to have exploded under a military vehicle while on patrol in Ihite Ukwa – Health Centre axis in Orsu Local Government Area, Imo State.
This was revealed by security officials to Zagazola Makama, a security expert on Saturday.
According to the officials, the event took place at around 6:50am on September 4, 2026 when soldiers of 34 Artillery Brigade detonated the IED while on patrol.
The sources said the explosion damaged the front-right fender of the Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicle.
It was, however, gathered that no casualty was recorded in the incident.
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.
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