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Troops eliminates 3 ISWAP terrorists enforcing lavies, recover 2 rifles, grenade
Troops eliminates 3 ISWAP terrorists enforcing lavies, recover 2 rifles, grenade
By: Zagazola Makama
The troops of Sector 2 Operation Hadin Kai on Sunday eliminated three ISWAP terrorists enforcing Zakkat Levies on Maltari Village near Kukareta in Borno State.
Intelligence sources, reliably informed Zagazola Makama, that the terrorists met their Waterloo during a gunfight with the troops.
The sources said that the following report was received at about 4am on Sunday February 18, 2024, about terrorist elements sighted at Maltari Village near Kukareta where they were reported to be enforcing collection of Zakat Levies from community members.
He said that a fighting patrol from Sector 2 Joint Task Force Operation Hadin Kai, deployed at Forward Operating Base Kukareta in Conjunction with Yobe state Hunters group, were tasked to conduct a special Patrol to the area.
The team made Contact with elements of the terrorists near Lawanti village where the troops engaged and naturalized three terrorists.
The patrol also recovered two Ak47 rifles with two magazines containing 16 rounds of 7.62MM special, two hand grenades and one motorcycle.
The nutrialised terrorists are believed to be part of the group that attacked troops camp at Kukareta on Sunday 4th February 2024.
The troops of Sector 2 have intensified fighting operations to deny the terrorists any freedom of action within the AOR.
Troops eliminates 3 ISWAP terrorists enforcing lavies, recover 2 rifles, grenade
Troops Arrest Suspected Security Impersonator In Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 1, Sub-Sector 12, Operation Enduring Peace operating in Plateau State, have arrested a suspected security impersonator during a patrol in Jos South Local Government Area.
Security sources disclosed that the suspect was apprehended at about 11:30 a.m. on Sunday at Latya community during a routine patrol operation.
Items recovered from the suspect included a Keystone identification card bearing the ldetails “AP/No 190470 SP Aodona Lorpuu,” an NSCDC identification tag, a vehicle plate number and other personal effects.
The sources said the suspect was unable to provide satisfactory explanations regarding the recovered items during preliminary questioning.
The suspect and the recovered exhibits were subsequently handed over to Keystone B Division, Bukuru, for further investigation and necessary action.
Security agencies have continued to warn against impersonation of military and security personnel, describing the act as a threat to public safety and national security.
Troops Arrest Suspected Security Impersonator In Plateau
Troops intercept 197 Cattle After Road Blockade In Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 6 of Operation Enduring Peace have intercepted 197 cattle after suspected herders allegedly blocked a major road in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Security sources said the troops responded at about 4:45 p.m. on Sunday following reports that herders and their cattle had obstructed the Tasheek–Makera road axis.l
The sources said that upon arrival at the scene, the herders abandoned the cattle and fled into nearby areas.
Troops subsequently recovered a total of 197 cattle and moved them to a safe location pending further necessary action.
Security officials said the swift intervention prevented possible disruption of movement and tension within the community.
They added that efforts were ongoing to identify and trace the owners of the cattle, while warning against acts capable of causing public disorder or undermining peaceful coexistence in the area.
Troops intercept 197 Cattle After Road Blockade In Plateau
Troops Foil Attempted Motorcycle Snatching In Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 8, Sub-Sector 81, Operation Enduring Peace have foiled an attempted motorcycle snatching incident in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Security sources disclosed that the incident occurred at about 10 a.m. on Sunday near Community Secondary School, Doss, when a suspected criminal allegedly attempted to snatch a motorcycle from a commercial rider identified as Rabiu Abubakar.
The sources said troops stationed at Gyambwas swiftly responded to distress information and mobilised to the scene.
On arrival, the troops discovered that the commercial rider had resisted the attacker and fled the area for safety.
However, a passenger abandoned at the scene by the fleeing rider sustained injuries during the incident.
The suspect reportedly escaped on sighting the troops before he could be apprehended.
The injured passenger was rescued by the troops and taken to a hospital for medical attention.
The troops said efforts were ongoing to track and arrest the fleeing suspect.
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