Troops Eliminate Notorious Criminal, Abubakar Ango in Plateau
The troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have successfully neutralized a suspected notorious criminal, Abubakar Ango, in Plateau State, Nigeria.
According to counter-insurgency and security expert, Zagazola Makama, the operation began when Ango was apprehended on November 4th at Kukawa village in Wase Local Government Area of the state. During interrogation on November 6th, Ango confessed to involvement in several criminal activities and agreed to lead the troops to his gang's hideout in a village forest.
The mission aimed to recover weapons and apprehend other members of the criminal gang. However, while being escorted to the location, Ango attempted to snatch the rifle of one of the soldiers, prompting the troops to open fire and neutralize him.
Makama, citing security sources, stated that further offensive operations are ongoing to apprehend or neutralize other fleeing members of the gang. The incident highlights the ongoing efforts by security forces to tackle criminal activities and maintain peace in the region.
- Abubakar Ango was neutralized by the troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) in Plateau State, Nigeria.
- Ango confessed to involvement in criminal activities and led the troops to his gang's hideout in a village forest.
- Troops attempted to recover weapons and apprehend other gang members during the operation.
- Ango attempted to snatch a soldier's rifle, leading to a shootout and his neutralization.
- Further offensive operations are underway to apprehend or neutralize other gang members.
The recent incident demonstrates the ongoing efforts by security forces to tackle criminal activities and ensure peace in the region. Stay tuned for updates on the ongoing operations aimed at neutralizing other members of the gang.
<small>Source: Daily Post Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
