Chuks Oyema-Aziken
Operation Hakorin Damisa, the ‘Mangu Peace Project has arrested 10 suspects in ongoing efforts to restore peace in the area
Reports said the troops encountered suspected bandits in the Rugan/Basiru village of Barkin-Ladi Local Government Area, Plateau State.
The bandits allegedly opened fire on the troops who swiftly retaliated, compelling the assailants to retreat.
Troops were able to recover valuable items, including 2 x AK 47 Rifles with Registration Numbers 07873 and B-32134, 15 rounds of 7.62 mm Special ammunition, 3 x locally fabricated guns, and a set of military desert camouflage uniforms.
Ten suspects were apprehended and are currently being thoroughly investigated.
In another development, the troop thwarted an attempted attack on Mangun and Patlong villages in Mangu LGA.
Responding promptly and decisively, the troops neutralized several bandits, while others fled the scene with gunshot wounds.
