Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested a suspected gunrunner and neutralised two terrorists during separate operations in Plateau State, recovering arms, ammunition, motorcycles and other logistics from criminal hideouts across three local government areas.
The operations, carried out in Mangu, Kanam and Wase LGAs, also led to the destruction of several terrorist camps as troops intensified efforts to curb insecurity and dismantle criminal networks in the state.
According to a statement shared on X by the Nigerian Army headquarters, troops of Operation Enduring Peace Special Tactical Team arrested a suspected gunrunner, identified as Adamu Adamu, alias Jauro, during an intelligence-led operation at Gindiri Market in Mangu Local Government Area.
The suspect was reportedly apprehended with an AK-47 rifle and 15 rounds of 7.62mm Special ammunition.
The Army said he had been taken into custody alongside the recovered items for further investigation.
The military described the arrest as part of efforts to disrupt the supply of weapons to criminal groups, noting that denying terrorists access to arms and ammunition remained central to its operations.
In a separate operation on November 8, 2026, troops of the 33 Artillery Brigade conducted coordinated offensives at Dajin Madam Forest, which spans Kanam and Wase local government areas.
The Army said several terrorist camps were cleared during the operation, while structures used by the criminals to sustain their activities were destroyed.
According to the statement, the troops engaged the terrorists with superior firepower, forcing them to retreat.
Bloodstains were reportedly observed along their escape routes, suggesting that some of the fleeing terrorists might have sustained casualties.
Items recovered during the operation included 135 rounds of 7.62mm NATO ammunition, PKT links, four mobile phones, two radios, four motorcycles, two drums of petrol, camouflage uniforms and other logistics.
The Army further disclosed that troops encountered terrorists near Kukawa Village during a subsequent operation, neutralising two of them and recovering additional motorcycles.
The military said the operations demonstrated its determination to dismantle criminal networks and deny terrorists access to weapons, logistics and safe havens.
“The Nigerian Army remains resolute in sustaining pressure on terrorists and other criminal networks while strengthening cooperation with local communities and other security stakeholders to restore lasting peace,” the statement said.
The Army added that the operations were aimed at protecting lives and property, restoring public confidence and safeguarding national security.
Plateau State has continued to face security challenges, including attacks on communities and other criminal activities, particularly in rural areas.
The latest operations form part of ongoing military efforts to contain the threats and prevent armed groups from using forested areas as operational bases.
