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Troops Neutralise militia, Recover Rustled Livestock After Attack During Clearance Operation in Plateau 

By Zagazola Makama 

Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have neutralised a suspected militia following an attack on security personnel during a clearance operation in Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State.

Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the operation was conducted at about 7:00 a.m. on June 26 following credible reports on the activities of armed livestock rustlers around the Gero high grounds in Jos South LGA.

During the operation, the troops intercepted a herd of cattle allegedly grazing on cultivated farmland.

The sources said the troops came under sporadic gunfire from suspected militia  shortly after the interception.

The troops responded by holding their position and calling for reinforcements.

Additional troops from Sector 3 at Rafin Bauna, alongside other reinforcements led by the Commander of Sector 6, swiftly mobilised to the area and engaged the attackers in a firefight.

During the encounter, one suspected bandit  was neutralised, while others fled the scene.

A search of the area led to the recovery of two mobile phones and the sum of ₦14,000, believed to have been abandoned by the fleeing suspects.

The intercepted cattle were moved to a safe location for further necessary action.

Military sources said troops have continued clearance operations and domination patrols across the area to forestall further attacks and deny criminal elements freedom of action in Plateau State.