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OPWS Troops foil terrorist attack, neutralize Two suspects, Recover Arms, Ammunition in Benue
From Dooshima Terkura, Makurdi
Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), in collaboration with operatives of the Benue State Civil Protection Guard (CPG), have foiled a terrorist attack and recovered arms and ammunition at Tor Donga yam market, in Katsina-Ala Local Government Area LGA, of Benue State.
The Force Commander, Joint Task Force Operation Whirl Stroke, Major General Moses Gara, disclosed this in a statement signed by the Acting Media Information Officer, OPWS, Lieutenant Ahmad Zubairu and issued to journalists in Makurdi on Sunday.
Major General Garage said the troops, on Sunday, 28 June 2026, swiftly responded to a distress call at Tor Donga Yam Market in Benue State while conducting fighting and confidence-building patrols.
He explained that on arrival, the troops made contact with the terrorists and engaged them decisively.
“During the encounter, two terrorists, identified as Dantaraba and Golozo, were neutralised.”
“Following the operation, troops recovered one AK-47 rifle, one AK-47 magazine, one damaged pistol, one pistol magazine, six rounds of 7.62 mm NATO ammunition, nine rounds of 9 mm pistol ammunition, one ATM card, one Moniepoint ATM card amongst other sundry items.
“The successful operation ensured the continued safety of traders and residents, allowing socio-economic activities at Tor Donga Yam Market to proceed without disruption or fear of terrorist attacks.”
The Force Commander commended the troops for their professionalism, resilience and swift response, which prevented what could have resulted in significant civilian casualties and disruption of commercial activities.
He also commended the cooperation of the Civil Protection Guards saying their activities have contributed in ridding Benue State of criminality.
Major General Gara also expressed appreciation to members of the public for promptly providing credible information.
He urged residents to sustain the cooperation with security agencies, stressing that security remains a collective responsibility.