Nigerian troops safely recover 9 command-detonated IEDs in Niger State

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Troops discover and safely recover nine IEDs in Niger State By: Zagazola Makama The Nigerien troops have discovered and safely recovered nine command-detonated Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) along a road in Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State. The IEDs were discovered at about 9:40 a.m. on Sept. 17, 2026, at different locations between Machan, Gyada and Masaka villages along the Baruten Daji–Dekara Road. Following the discovery, an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team moved t