The Eastern Security Network (ESN) is a regional security outfit based on the South Eastern part of Nigeria. It is the paramilitary wing of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). Eastern Security Network was established on December 12th, 2020.
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Eastern Security Network (ESN)
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Name |
Eastern Security Network (ESN) |
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Allegiance |
Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) |
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Founded |
December 12th, 2020 |
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Commander |
Nnamdi Kanu |
Controversies
Orlu Crises
The Nigerian government in bid to dismantle the Eastern Security Network (ESN) charged the Nigerian Army to locate and destroy ESN base in the South Eastern part of Nigeria.
The Nigerian Army in bid to locate and destroy ESN bases invaded Orlu, Imo State. Crisis erupted in Orlu, Imo State which resulted in a clash between the ESN and the Nigerian Army.
IPOB gave South East Governors a 14 days ultimatum to ban open grazing in the region after a unilateral cease fire between the Nigerian Army and Eastern Security Network (ESN).