The Nigerian Army’s 65 Battalion conducted a raid in Epe, Lagos State, arresting 24 foreign nationals from six West and Central African countries.The operation, part of the 81 Division's efforts to combat criminal elements and illegal immigrants, was based on credible intelligence about undocumented foreigners in the area.Troops collaborated with the Vigilante Group to seize a fenced compound at Imokun, where they detained 15 males and nine females.Preliminary checks revealed the suspects were nationals of Cameroon, Togo, Ivory Coast, Benin, Burkina Faso, and Guinea-Bissau.The Army is investigating their immigration status, purpose of stay, and potential involvement in unlawful activities.The detainees were handed over to the Nigeria Immigration Service for further action.Major General Adebayo Babalola commended the troops' professionalism and urged continued operations against security threats.This highlights ongoing efforts to maintain safety in Lagos and surrounding areas.
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