Performing Deputy Director Military Public Relations 1 Division Nigerian Military, Lieutenant Colonel Musa Yahaya, disclosed this in an announcement on Friday, March 31, 2023. 

“In continuation of the onslaught in opposition to bandits and different felony components terorising the North Western a part of the nation,troops of 1 Division Nigerian Military working in Chikun Native Authorities Space of Kaduna State has performed clearance operation alongside highway Kanti-Tantatu in Kubusu forest and Kaso hills basic space in Kaduna State to deprive bandits and criminals freedom of motion in order to create an enabling setting for financial actions and bonafide companies to try,” the assertion learn.

“Throughout the operation which lasted a number of hours, troops dealt a heavy blow on the criminals neutralizing 5 bandits in addition to capturing 4 AK 47 rifles, six AK 47 magazines and 24 rounds of seven.62mm. Others embrace three bikes, one machete, two handsets and a few charms.

“The Common Officer Commanding 1 Division Nigerian Military and Drive Commander Joint Job Drive Operation Whirl Punch Main Common Taoreed Lagbaja has expressed satisfaction within the conduct of troops and recommended their dedication and resilience throughout the operation. 

“He additionally urged all legislation abiding residents to proceed to help the troops and different safety businesses with credible and actionable data that may help within the struggle in opposition to the felony components.”