Troops of 72 Special Forces Battalion on Monday while on patrol at Yogbo in Guma local government area of Benue state intercepted 20 militia herdsmen at Teguma village. Army spokesperson, Brig.- Gen. Texas Chukwu, said four of the militia herdsmen were neutralised during the encounter while others fled following the troops superior gun power.
He said some items, including four AK-47 rifles, five 7.62mm rounds of ammunition and 28 rounds of 7.62 police special ammunition, were recovered during the encounter. “The Nigerian Army wishes to restate its commitment and determination to rid the country of criminals and enemies of state,” he said.
