20 Suspects Arrested In Connection With Plateau Killings

Troops of Operation Safe Haven have arrested 20 suspects in connection with the killings in Tingbwa Gidan Ado community, Riyom Local Government Area (LGA) of Plateau State.

Maj. Gen. Abdulsalam Abubakar, the Commander of OPSH, disclosed this at the Christmas luncheon organised for troops of OPSH and 3 Division of the Nigerian Army on Thursday in Jos.

The News Agency of Nigeria reports that gunmen attacked the community on December 22, killing 15 persons.

Abubakar, who also serves as the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 3 Division, stated that troops recovered a significant cache of arms and ammunition.

“Following hours of sustained night operations, we have apprehended 20 suspects directly and indirectly involved in the last attack on Tingbwa Gidan Ado village in Riyom LGA on December 22.

“We have also recovered a cache of arms and ammunition, which has greatly starved criminal elements of the freedom of action to carry out their nefarious activities.

“Let the spirit of Christmas renew our commitment to the values we hold dear; let it inspire us to serve with even greater passion and determination,” he said.

“On this special day, I acknowledge and applaud the sacrifices you have made; many of you are far away from home, unable to celebrate Christmas and the Yuletide season with family and loved ones.

“While others enjoy the warmth of family and comfort of home, you endure the realities of duty.

“Your courage and resilience will never go unnoticed, as they embody the highest form of sacrifice.

“However, I charge you all to remain disciplined, loyal, vigilant, and professional in your conduct this season and always,” he urged.

Abubakar extended gratitude to Gen. Christopher Musa, the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), and Lt.-Gen. Olufumi Oloyede, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), for their leadership and strategic guidance, which he credited for the troops’ operational successes using both kinetic and non-kinetic measures.