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In the midst of their ongoing operation often called ‘Train Clear Sweep,’ the Nigerian Army has efficiently retrieved 93 unexploded ordnances, generally known as bombs, on the Ikeja Army Cantonment in Lagos. This operation was initiated by the Military in response to the 2002 bomb blast that occurred inside the cantonment.
Regardless of prior clearance and disposal operations, residual unexploded ordnances have been discovered each inside and within the neighborhood of the location of the previous bomb blast. This has raised issues concerning security and safety for the residents of the Cantonment and the encircling areas.
93 bombs have been recovered to date
Colonel Abdulrazaq Kazeem, who serves because the director of the Directorate of Explosives Search and Disposal within the Nigeria Military Engineers, and in addition acts because the coordinator for ‘Train Clear Sweep,’ revealed in the course of the inaugural briefing of the train in Lagos that the found bombs exhibit numerous calibers and descriptions.
He mentioned, “We now have to date recovered 93 ordnances of various calibers. So at 93, we aren’t but as much as the explosives, we measure it in kilograms, so as soon as we get to that specific explosive restrict, then we’ll transfer to the vary.”
The train ensured security precautions
As well as, Lieutenant Colonel Oluseyi Bamikole, the security officer, emphasised that the operation had prioritized security. They’ve supplied enough gear, demarcation measures, and well-trained personnel to detect unexploded ordnances (UXOs) earlier than restoration.
This meticulous strategy underscores the mission’s dedication to safeguarding all people concerned on this important operation.
