From Noah Ebije, Kaduna
Troops of Operation Whirl Punch (OPWP), conducting fighting patrols have killed eight bandits in Birnin Gwari Local Government area of Kaduna State.
According to operational feedback to the Kaduna State Government, the troops commenced the fighting patrol to Kampanin Doka general area, and on arrival at the location, made contact with bandits.
The troops, it was reported, promptly engaged, and killed the bandits.
In a statement by the State Overseeing Commissioner of Internal Security and Home Affairs, Samuel Aruwan,said, “On securing and searching the area, the troops recovered three AK-47 rifles, eight AK-47 magazines; four empty and four loaded with a total of 120 rounds of 7.62mm ammunition, One magazine carrier, Six motorcycles, Three mobile phones, Two Baofeng radio sets and three pairs of civilian clothes.
“During the concluding leg of the patrol, further contact was made with bandits around Gayam general area. The troops neutralized one, as others were suspected to have escaped with gunshot wounds.
“The Governor of Kaduna State, Senator Uba Sani, thanked the security forces for the feedback and commended the troops – under the leadership of the General Officer Commanding, 1 Division Nigerian Army/Commander Operation Whirl Punch (OPWP) Major General MLD Saraso – for their valiant efforts and notable breakthrough.
“Citizens are urged to report suspicious persons seeking treatment for gunshot injuries to security agencies.Fighting patrols will continue within the general area and other locations of interest”.