The Nigerian Army has confirmed the capture of Ifeanyi Eze Okorienta, a top commander of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed affiliate, the Eastern Security Network (ESN). Okorienta, widely known by his alias Gentle de Yahoo, was apprehended during a military operation, according to a statement released on Friday.

The Army described the arrest as a major breakthrough in its ongoing efforts to dismantle IPOB/ESN networks accused of orchestrating violent attacks and disrupting security in the South-East region. Further details on the location of his capture and subsequent operations are expected in an official briefing.

Military authorities say Okorienta is a key figure linked to several high-profile assaults in recent months, and his arrest could significantly weaken the group’s operational command.