- Foil planned attack on communities
Troops of Nigerian Army killed five suspected bandits and recovered two AK-47 rifles in an operation conducted early Thursday in Wase Local Government Area of Plateau State, according to reports quoting a military source.
The bandits were killed when troops of 3 Division Nigerian Army, under Joint Task Force Operation Enduring Peace (JTF OPEP) laid an ambush along the Dutsen Zaki–Odare Forest axis after receiving credible intelligence that bandits were mobilising to attack adjoining communities.
The raid conducted as part of Operation Peace Shield in Wase Local Government Area helped foiled planned bandit attack on communities, according to the military source
“During the encounter, troops engaged the criminals in a fierce firefight, neutralising five bandits, while others fled with possible gunshot wounds,” the source said.
He added that items recovered from the scene included two AK-47 rifle magazines loaded with 11 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, two machetes and a knife.
According to the source, troops are currently exploiting the area and pursuing the fleeing bandits to prevent regrouping and further threats to residents.
The source reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigerian Army and other security agencies under Operation Enduring Peace to sustain offensive operations and ensure lasting peace in Plateau and neighbouring areas.
- NAN