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IPCR Condemns Killings In Plateau, Calls For Arrests, Prosecutions Of Criminals Involved

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IPCR Condemns Killings In Plateau, Calls For Arrests, Prosecutions Of Criminals Involved

By: Michael Mike

Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution (IPCR) has condemned the heartless killings of people in Plateau state on Sunday.

In the latest attack in the state, several people were reportedly slaughtered in cold blood in Gashish and Ropp districts of Barkin Ladi and Bokkos local government areas on Christmas Eve.

IPCR lamented that the coordinated attacks were carried out on a day meant to celebrate love, compassion and togetherness. And this was the day these criminals would carried out an evil act that would bring untold agony, suffering and grief to the affected communities.

IPCR, in the statement signed by its Director General, Dr. Joseph Ochogwu on Wednesday, said: “We had in our message on this yuletide celebration, urge Nigerians to keep the flag of unity high, as unity and peace are the hallmarks of a progressive nation.

“As the Director General of the Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution, who have been preaching peace in all the fora I have attended, there’s no doubt that peaceful coexistence is the hallmark of a progressive nation.

“I have insisted that peace, unity and security have the potential to break the vicious circle of underdevelopment and that nation-building is the responsibility of all.

“Bloodletting is not an achievement, but has the potential of scaring investors away from us. Nobody invest in a country where insecurity holds sway, we should all rally round President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on his Renewed Hope Agenda, so that we can have the country of our dream.”

“The Nigeria of our dream doesn’t harbour unnecessary killings, the Nigeria of our dream doesn’t harbour hatred for one another. Our dream is to have a viable nation, where citizens have sense of belonging.”

“Let us build the future of our country today and stop the actions and inactions that will put us in a bad light, where the country will be compared with terrorist nations.

“Our security agencies are doing very well, but the Institute is appealing that they put more efforts to address this challenges bedeviling the nation.”

“We condemn the killings and call for peace and conflict resolution on conflict related issues. We also call for the apprehension and prosecution of criminals involved in the killings.”

He added that: “We appreciate the Plateau state governor, Barr Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, who promised to settle the hospital bills of all injured victims of Christmas Eve attacks at BarkinLadi and Bokkos local government areas.”

Ochogwu said: “Let’s cooperate with our military and security actors to provide physical security and safety for our citizens, as we innovate and create the right conflict resolution mechanisms to address the protracted communal conflicts. Only together we can make peace happen in our society.”

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Troops arrest suspected terrorist, recover rifle in Zamfara

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Troops arrest suspected terrorist, recover rifle in Zamfara

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA have arrested a suspected terrorist and recovered an AK-47 rifle during a routine patrol in Gusau Local Government Area of Zamfara State.

Security sources said the arrest was made on April 3 at about 11:30 a.m. by troops of 1 Brigade Combat Team deployed at Forward Operating Base (FOB) Kurya.

The suspect was apprehended at Tungan Haki village and found in possession of one AK-47 rifle mounted with a magazine containing 13 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition.

The sources disclosed that the suspect and the recovered weapon are currently in custody for further investigation and necessary action.

They added that troops have continued to intensify patrols and surveillance operations across the area to curb criminal activities.

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IED explosion injures two security personnel during patrol in Anambra

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IED explosion injures two security personnel during patrol in Anambra

By: Zagazola Makama

Two security personnel have been injured following the detonation of an improvised explosive device (IED) during a fighting patrol in Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra State.

Security sources said the incident occurred on April 3 at about 12:30 p.m. when troops of Sector 5, Operation UDO KA, deployed at Forward Operating Base (FOB) Lilu, conducted a patrol alongside Nigeria Police personnel.

It was gathered that the team sighted the IED within the Lilu general area and attempted to destroy it.

However, the explosive device detonated during the process, injuring an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) personnel and a police officer.

The injured personnel were immediately administered first aid at the scene before being referred to a medical facility for further treatment.

Authorities said the situation has been brought under control, while operations continue in the area to ensure safety and prevent further incidents.

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Troops neutralise two terrorists, destroy hideouts in Plateau clearance operations

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Troops neutralise two terrorists, destroy hideouts in Plateau clearance operations

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), under Operation Wutan Daji, have neutralised two suspected terrorists and destroyed several hideouts during clearance operations in Wase Local Government Area of Plateau.

Security sources said the operations were carried out in conjunction with local vigilantes across Babangida, Adua and Bokayi villages within the Dutsen Zaki forest.

It was gathered that troops made contact with the terrorists along the Babangida–Adua road, leading to a gun battle in which two of the suspects were neutralised, while others fled with possible gunshot wounds.

No casualties were recorded among the troops, and all equipment was accounted for.

During the operation, troops recovered one locally fabricated gun, a belt containing 105 rounds of 7.62mm PKT ammunition, 30 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition and a cutlass.

In a related development, troops of CSI Battalion XIV, in collaboration with 332 Artillery Regiment and vigilantes, conducted further clearance and raid operations in Dadin-Kowa and Dada villages.

The operation involved 47 soldiers and four vigilantes, supported with motorcycles, gun trucks, a Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicle and an artillery gun.

The troops established a gun position and carried out fire missions on suspected terrorist locations in Madam Forest to deny them freedom of action.

Subsequent raid operations in Dadin-Kowa village led to the destruction of suspected terrorist hideouts, although no contact was made with the fleeing elements.

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