Troops of Sector 1 of Operation Whirl Stroke, OPWS, on Monday killed two terrorists in Benue and recovered an automatic rifle.
Lt Ahmad Zubairu, acting Media Information Officer, OPWS Headquarters, Makurdi, confirmed this in a statement in Makurdi.
Zubairu said the troops achieved the feat during a combined confidence-building and fighting patrol along the Katsina-Ala–Zaki Biam Road.
The media and information officer said they acted on credible intelligence provided by the locals and swiftly mobilised to the scene in conjunction with operatives of the Benue State Civil Protection Guard.
“Upon arrival at the identified location, troops made contact with the suspected bandits.
“In the ensuing engagement, two of the terrorists were neutralised, while others fled into the surrounding bush with possible gunshot wounds.
“The troops exploited the area and recovered one AK-47 rifle, one AK-47 magazine, eight rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, and a pair of green camouflage uniforms abandoned by the fleeing criminals,” he said.
Zubairu quoted the Commander of OPWS, Maj.-Gen. Moses Gara, as having commended the gallantry, professionalism, and swift response of the troops.
Gara said their proactive posture and commitment to duty continue to yield positive results in the fight against terrorism and banditry.
The commander expressed appreciation to members of the local communities for providing timely and actionable intelligence, which remained critical to operational success.
He encouraged residents to sustain their cooperation with security agencies and assured them of the military’s unwavering resolve to safeguard lives and property.
Source: NAN
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