Why I Doubt Reports That Gentle D Yahoo Was Captured by the Military

When reports of Gentle D Yahoo's alleged capture surfaced, I said there was no clear evidence to support them. In my view, claims of his arrest should be treated cautiously, especially as his social-media page reportedly remained active during the rumoured operation. I understand Gentle D Yahoo to be linked to armed groups operating in the South-East, including the ESN and the Biafra Liberation Army allegedly associated with Simon Ekpa. I also recall posts attributed to him that claimed Nigerian soldiers were killed during clashes, although such claims require independent verification. His case reminds me of the era of Derico Nwamama, whose criminal activities became a major security concern in the South-East. I believe any effort to apprehend violent actors in the region should rely on credible intelligence, local cooperation and lawful security operations.

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