The 3 Division of the Nigerian Army, located near Jos at Rukuba, has organised an Inter-Brigade Combat Competition to enhance the proficiency of its personnel.
Operation Safe Haven has handed over 220 small arms and light weapons recovered by its troops to the National Centre for the Control of Small Arms.
Specifically, the suspect was accused of attempting to defraud the family of a notorious gunrunner in custody to secure his release.
Troops of Operation Safe Haven have rescued 16 kidnapped victims in Mangu LGA, Plateau.
Troops of the special military task force, Operation Safe Haven, have arrested two suspected killers of Sylvester Okechukwu.
“I’m highly pleased to have over 1,000 personnel of various security outfits to participate in this fitness walk.’’
“In southern Kaduna and Plateau states, the major triggers of conflicts are underage, night grazing etc.’’
The commander said that the meeting was to address the latest security concerns in some parts of the state.
The troops also rescued 29 hostages and recovered 168 assorted weapons and 2,757 assorted ammunition within the week, said the DHQ.
“All recovered items, arrested suspects and rescued hostages were handed over to the relevant authorities for further action,” he added.
