In Benue, troops neutralize bandits

The defence headquarters says troops of sector-1 operation whirl stroke have eliminated three bandits and recovered arms and ammunition in an encounter at Tsehombe-Adaka village in Benue.

The coordinator, defence media operations, Maj.-Gen. John Enenche made this known today

He said the troops responded to a distress call about an attack by suspected armed herdsmen in the community.

Enenche said troops immediately mobilised to the location leading to a shootout between troops and bandits.