Troops of the Forward Operating Base, FOB, Tudun Bichi have killed two suspected terrorists during a gun battle in Danko/Wasagu Local Government Area of Kebbi State, while one soldier has been reported missing in action.

Security analyst Zagazola Makama disclosed this in a post on X, citing security sources.

According to the sources, the operation was launched at about 11:20 a.m. on July 13 after troops received intelligence on terrorist activities in Mokurata Village.

The troops moved to the area and engaged the suspected terrorists in a fierce exchange of gunfire, during which two of the suspects were neutralised.

The sources said the troops recovered one motorcycle and a Baofeng handheld radio believed to have been used by the terrorists.

However, one soldier, who was armed with a PKT machine gun and an AK-47 rifle, was reported missing in action during the operation.

The sources added that efforts have been intensified to track down the fleeing terrorists and locate the missing soldier.

“The operation is part of sustained military offensives aimed at denying terrorists freedom of movement across the North-West,” the sources said.

Troops of Sector 1, Operation Whirl Stroke, OPWS, have arrested two suspected human organ traffickers during an operation in Katsina-Ala Local Government Area of Benue State.

Security expert, Zagazola Makama disclosed this in a report he posted on X on Tuesday.

Quoting reliable security sources, Makama said the suspects were apprehended at about on July 13 at Atongo community following intelligence-led operations by troops deployed in the area.

The sources, according to him said the two suspects are believed to be involved in human organ trafficking activities.

According to the sources, the suspects have been handed over to the Nigeria Police for further investigation and possible prosecution.

The arrest is part of ongoing security operations by Operation Whirl Stroke to dismantle criminal networks and curb violent crimes across Benue and other parts of the North Central region.

Troops of Sector 1 under Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have successfully thwarted a kidnapping operation and rescued three victims after engaging suspected terrorists in a gunfight in Katsina-Ala Local Government Area of Benue State.

According to security sources who spoke to Zagazola Makama, the incident happened around 4:30 p.m. on July 13 after soldiers deployed at the SAI Outpost received intelligence about an active abduction in Sai community.

The troops immediately mobilised to the scene and intercepted the fleeing gunmen, triggering a fierce exchange of gunfire.

Unable to withstand the military’s superior firepower, the suspects reportedly abandoned the three captives before escaping into nearby bushes.

Following preliminary profiling, the rescued victims were reunited with their families.

Security forces have since launched a manhunt for the fleeing suspects as Operation Whirl Stroke intensifies operations aimed at eliminating criminal elements across Benue State.