Troops bust illegal arms factories in Plateau, arrest five suspects

In a significant breakthrough for internal security, troops operating under 'Operation Enduring Peace' have successfully dismantled two clandestine arms manufacturing facilities in Plateau State. This decisive action, carried out in Vom, Jos South Local Government Area, underscores the commitment of our security forces to tackling the menace of illegal firearms that plague our communities.

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During the precision operation, troops arrested five suspects caught in the act of fabricating lethal weapons.

The operation, executed by the Quick Response Force, was the culmination of diligent intelligence gathering and strategic surveillance. It led to the arrest of five individuals caught red-handed fabricating weapons. The recovery of nine AK-47 rifles, a locally made pistol, multiple magazines, and various industrial tools used in production highlights the scale of this illicit operation. This bust is a critical step in disrupting the supply chain of illegal arms that fuel criminal activities across the region.

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the operation led to the discovery of two illegal arms manufacturing sites where suspects were allegedly caught fabricating weapons.

While international reports might simply list the seized items, for us in Nigeria, this is a victory against the forces that threaten our peace and stability. The recovery of these weapons means fewer arms in the hands of criminals, potentially saving lives and reducing the impact of violence. 'Operation Enduring Peace' commends the residents for their cooperation and urges continued vigilance. We must all work together to report suspicious activities, ensuring that such illegal enterprises are rooted out and our nation remains secure. The ongoing efforts to track down other elements linked to this network demonstrate our resolve to achieve lasting peace.

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Items recovered from the sites included nine fabricated AK-47 rifles, one locally fabricated pistol, four empty AK-47 magazines, seven skeletal AK-47 rifles and 10 rifle butts.