Troops Arrest Two Militias, Recover Arms in Plateau

 

By: Zagazola Makama

 

Troops of Operation Safe Haven have arrested two suspected militias and recovered firearms in Angwan Mata, Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State.

 

Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the  operation, conducted on Tuesday at about 11:10 AM by troops of Sector 8, followed credible intelligence on the activities of armed groups of Mwaghavul origin in the area.

 

The arrested suspects, identified as Innocent Nanpan (20) and Sebastine Samuel (20), were found in possession of a fabricated rifle and four cartridges.

 

According to security sources, the suspects and the recovered arms and ammunition are in custody for further investigation.

 

 

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