The Nigerian Army troops of 72 Special Forces Battalion on Operation MESA at Yogbo in Guma Local Government Area of Benue state killed four militia herdsmen when they encountered about 20 militia herdsmen at Teguma village while on patrol yesterday.
In a statement signed by the Director Army Public Relations, Brigadier General Texas Chukwu he added that although four of the militia herdsmen were killed during the encounter, the others fled following superior gun power.
Chukwu said that items recovered from the militia include four AK 47 rifles, five 7.62mm rounds of ammunition and 28 rounds of 7.62 police special ammunition.
Chukwu reiterated the Army's commitment and determination to rid the country of criminals and enemies of state.
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