Insecurity: Troops Rout Militia In Benue, Kill Suspected Leader

Terugwa Igbagwa, a suspected leader of armed militia group in Benue state has been killed in a military onslaught, the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has said.

The Defence Headquarters said, Igbagwa, also known had Orjondu, was killed in a combined team of Operation Whirl Stroke Tracking Team and Special Forces troops of Sector 2.

The Coordinator, Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. John Enenche, announced the development in a statement on Friday in Abuja.

Enenche said the suspect was killed during a raid operation by the troops on a criminal hideout off Zaki Biam and Katsina-Ala highway.

According to him, Orjondu is the second most wanted criminal kingpin next to Gana in Benue.

Enenche noted that Orjondu was guilty of multiple heinous crime.

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“He is responsible for kidnapping, armed robbery, assassination, gun running and other criminal activities around Katsina-Ala, Ukum and Logo LGA’s for many years.

“Items recovered from him include One AK 47 Rifle, One locally made Rifle, One AK 47 magazine with 30 rounds of 7.62mm special and some charms,” he said.

Enenche said the Military High Command congratulated Operation Whirl Stroke for their exploits in recent time.

(NAN)