Top Story Today: Troops Repel Militia Attack, Recover Weapons In Plateau State

Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have repelled a militia attack and recovered firearms and ammunition during a follow-up operation in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State.

Security sources said the incident occurred at about 7:35 p.m. on April 8 along the Razat–Kafi Abu road when troops of Sector 4, Sub-Sector 41, engaged armed attackers and forced them to retreat.

Following the engagement, the troops conducted a cordon-and-search operation in Suma Suga Takwok village and surrounding mountainous terrain where the assailants were believed to have fled.

During the operation, the troops recovered two AK-47 rifles, two magazines, and five rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, along with other items.

“The area was thoroughly searched to deny the attackers freedom of movement and further operational capability,” a source said.

Security forces have continued clearance operations in the general area to restore normalcy and prevent further attacks See more full, details. .