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Troops Neutralize Bandits, Recover Arms, Ammunition In Kaduna

Written by Abubakar Hamza

Troops of One Division Nigerian Army Operating in Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State have conducted Clearance Operation along road Kanti-Tantatu in Kubusu forest and Kaso hills general area in Kaduna State to deprive Bandit and Criminals Freedom of Action and create an enabling Environment for Economic Activities to Thrive.

In a statement by Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, One Division Nigerian Army, Lt Colonel Musa Yahaya says during the Operation which lasted Several hours, Troops dealt a heavy blow on the Criminals neutralizing five bandits as well as Capturing four AK 47 rifles, six AK 47 magazines and 24 rounds of 7.62mm.

Others include three Motorcycles, one matchet, two mobile phones and some charms.

The statement adds that the General Officer Commanding One Division Nigerian Army and Force Commander Joint Task Force Operation Whirl Punch, Major General Taoreed Lagbaja commends the troops for their commitment and resilience during the operation.

He also urged all Law abiding citizens to continue to support the troops and other Security Agencies with Credible Information that will assist in the fight against Criminal elements.

Usman Sani