Defence

Troops Arrest Gunrunners, Recover Arms, Ammunition In Plateau

By Anne Osemekeh, Abuja

Troops of 3 Division/Operation SAFE HAVEN have arrested two notorious gunrunners following a precision operation at White House Hotel in Bokkos Town, Bokkos Local Government Area (LGA) of Plateau State.

Military Public Information Officer, Operation SAFE HAVEN, Maj. Samson Zhakom, who disclosed this in a statement on Saturday, said the arrests followed
intensified intelligence-driven operations, conducted in a bid to ensure a secure and peaceful yuletide season across the Joint Operations Area.

According to Zhakom, the two notorious gunrunners, 31-year-old Kenneth Mayas and 60-year-old Bulus Yilfo, were arrested while attempting to purchase an AK-47 rifle for ₦1,450,000. They are currently undergoing interrogation and have provided valuable information to aid further investigations and operations targeting other members of their criminal network.

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On December 18, 2024, troops under Operation GOLDEN PEACE conducted a successful raid on a criminal hideout near the Plateau-Taraba border. The operation led to the recovery of an AK-47 assault rifle, an AK-47 magazine, and a stockpile of ammunition. Efforts are ongoing to pursue and neutralize the fleeing suspects.

“3 Division/Operation SAFE HAVEN remains steadfast in its commitment to safeguarding lives and property throughout the yuletide season and beyond”, Zhakom stated, while encouraging members of the public to support security agencies by providing timely and accurate intelligence to combat criminal activities effectively.

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