Jos — Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested a suspected gunrunner, neutralized two terrorists and dismantled several terrorists camps during coordinated operations across Mangu, Kanam and Wase Local Government Areas of Plateau State.
In a statement on Monday November 9, 2026, the Army said troops of Operation Enduring Peace arrested a suspected gunrunner, identified as Adamu Adamu, also known as Jauro, at Gindiri Market in Mangu Local Government Area. The suspect was found with an AK-47 rifle and 15 rounds of 7.62mm Special ammunition. He remains in custody for further investigation.
The Army said troops of the 33 Artillery Brigade also launched offensive operations at Dajin Madam Forest, spanning Kanam and Wase Local Government Areas, on Sunday November 8, 2026, raiding several terrorist camps and destroying structures used by the criminals. The troops recovered 15 rounds of 7.62mm NATO ammunition, PKT links, four mobile phones, two radios, four motorcycles, two drums of petrol and camouflage uniforms.
The Army further disclosed that troops killed two terrorists during a subsequent encounter near Kukawa Village, where additional motorcycles were recovered. The suspected gunrunner remains in custody as investigations continue.
The Army said operations were part of efforts to disrupt criminal networks, deny terrorists safe havens and restore peace across the state.
-9News Nigeria.
