Troops Of 3 Division/Joint Task Force Operation Enduring Peace Recover Weapon, Ammunition In Plateau State

Troops Of 3 Division/Joint Task Force Operation Enduring Peace Recover Weapon, Ammunition In Plateau State

In continuation of efforts to clampdown on gunrunners to mop up illicit arms and ammunition, in the early hours of 15 September 2025, troops of 3 Division/Joint Task Force Operation ENDURING PEACE (JTF OPEP) raided the hideout of a notorious gunrunner at Kurra Berom Village in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area (LGA) of Plateau State. During the intelligence-based operation, troops recovered one AK-47 rifle, 2 AK-47 magazines and 38 rounds of 7.62 mm (Special) from the criminal hideout.

However, the criminals fled from the hideout prior to the operation. Meanwhile, efforts are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing criminals.

Troops of 3 Division/JTF OPEP will continue to maintain aggressive posture and resistance against any form of criminality in the enhancement of national security within the Joint Operations Area.