Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested a suspected gunrunner, neutralised two terrorists and dismantled several terrorist camps in coordinated operations across Mangu, Kanam and Wase Local Government Areas of Plateau State.
The operations also led to the recovery of arms, ammunition, motorcycles, and other logistics believed to be used by the criminal network.
According to a statement by the Media Officer, Operation ENDURING PEACE, Captain Polycarp Oteh, troops of the Special Tactical Team, acting on credible intelligence, conducted a sting operation at Gindiri Market in Mangu Local Government Area, leading to the arrest of a suspected gunrunner, identified as Adamu Adamu, also known as Jauro.
The suspect was reportedly found in possession of an AK-47 rifle and 15 rounds of 7.62 millimetre special ammunition. He is currently in custody alongside the recovered items for further investigation.
In a separate operation on November 8, 2026, troops of the 33 Artillery Brigade launched coordinated offensive operations in Dajin Madam Forest, covering parts of Kanam and Wase Local Government Areas.
Several terrorist camps were cleared, and their support structures were destroyed in an effort to deny the criminals safe havens.
The troops subsequently engaged the terrorists in a gun battle, forcing them to retreat. Bloodstains were reportedly observed along their withdrawal routes, suggesting possible casualties.
Further exploitation of the area led to the recovery of 135 rounds of 7.62 millimetre NATO ammunition, PKT ammunition links, four mobile phones, two communication radios, four motorcycles, two drums of petrol, camouflage uniforms and other items.
In another encounter near Kukawa Village, the troops neutralised two terrorists and recovered additional motorcycles.
Captain Oteh said the operations demonstrate the Nigerian Army’s sustained efforts to dismantle criminal networks, disrupt their logistics, and deny them access to weapons and safe havens.
He reaffirmed the Army’s commitment to sustaining offensive operations and strengthening cooperation with local communities and other security agencies to restore peace and protect lives and property across Plateau State.
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