Troops of 1 Division Nigerian Army have nuetralized three armed bandits following a shootout in their hideout at Chikun Local Government Area in Kaduna State.
Disclosing this to newsmen, the Deputy Director, Public Relations, Lt. Col Yahaya, said several weapons, drugs and logistics equipment were recovered from the bandits.
He said, “The ongoing clearance operation by 1 Division Nigerian Army has continue to yield positive results as troops made contact with bandits and criminal elements in Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
“During the well planned and adequately executed operation, troops neutralized 3 bandits and captured one AK 47 rifle, two locally fabricated AK 47 rifles, seven AK 47 magazines and eight motorcycles.
“Others include three locally made magazines, six mobile phones, drugs and charms.
“The General Officer Commanding 1 Division Nigerian Army and Force Commander operation Whirl Punch, Maj Gen BA Alabi has commended the successes recorded by the gallant troops.
He charged them to continue the tempo and aggressiveness until all criminal elements are completely eradicated.
