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  • Troops arrest three suspected drug peddlers in Makurdi

    Troops arrest three suspected drug peddlers in Makurdi

     

    By: Zagazola Makama

    Troops of Sector 1, Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), have arrested three suspected drug peddlers during an operation in  Makurdi Local Government Area of Benue State.

    Security sources said the suspects were apprehended at about 12:30 a.m. on May 27 at the High Level area of Makurdi following a patrol operation by deployed troops.

    Items recovered from the suspects included wraps of illicit drugs, one motorcycle, the sum of N39,950 and other sundry items.

    The sources added that the suspects and recovered exhibits were currently in military custody for further investigation and necessary action.

    Operation Whirl Stroke is a multi-security operation established to tackle insecurity and criminal activities in Benue and neighbouring states.

  • Troops rescue 32 kidnap victims, neutralise 2 terrorists in Katsina

    Troops rescue 32 kidnap victims, neutralise 2 terrorists in Katsina

     

    By Sumaila Ogbaje

    Abuja:  Troops of the Nigerian Army, have during an offensive operation in Matazu Local Government Area of Katsina State, rescued 32 kidnapped victims and  neutralised two terrorists.

    The troops also recovered arms, ammunition and rustled livestock during the operation.

    This is contained in an operational report made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Abuja on Friday.

    The report revealed that troops of the 17 Brigade, on Friday, carried out the operation following intelligence on the movement of a terrorist kingpin, Muhammed Filani.

    The report said troops made contact with the terrorists and overpowered them, leading to the neutralisation of two insurgents.

    According to the report, items recovered include two AK-47 rifles, 15 magazines, 10 motorcycles, 26 livestock, assorted ammunition, a fabricated grenade, a General Purpose Machine Gun (GPMG) butt, and other military accessories.

    “The troops rescued 32 kidnapped victims comprising 10 females, nine males and 13 children during the operation.

    “The victims are being prepared for handover to relevant authorities, while recovered livestock will be returned to local custodians,” it said.

    The report added that exploitation of the area was ongoing to dismantle terrorist structures in the region.

    Army said the operation formed part of sustained efforts to deny terrorists freedom of action and restore security in parts of Katsina state.(NAN)(www.nannews.ng)