The Nigerian Army says its troops have intercepted a vehicle ladened with assorted ammunition in Cross River State.
The vehicle, identified as a Toyota Camry car with registration number JAL 492 AA, was said to be traveling to Utanga village towards Obudu Mountains in Cross River State when it was intercepted.
In a statement on Wednesday, Army said the driver of the vehicle had zoomed off when he was asked to stop at the checkpoint for screening.
It said among items found include Improvised Explosive Device (IED) chargers, dynamites, military kits and uniforms among others.
“Troops deployed at Forward Operating Base Amana attempted to stop the vehicle at their checkpoint but the driver evaded the checking and zoomed off.
“The driver’s recalcitrance compelled the troops to open fire on the tyres of the vehicle, thereby immobilizing it.
“A thorough search conducted on the vehicle revealed it was conveying 72 Improvised Explosive Device chargers, 121 Dynamite Liquid, 200 rounds of 7.62 mm (NATO), and 82 rounds of 7.62 mm (Special) ammunition.
“Other items recovered in the intercepted vehicle are military uniforms and kits.
“Members of the public are please urged to continue to support our troops with credible information that will lead to stemming the tide of insecurity across the country,” the statement said.
