Troops storm illegal shanties, dismantle criminal hideouts in Abuja
Troops of the Army Headquarters Garrison, in collaboration with Operation SWEEP, have stormed illegal shanties and dismantled structures suspected of providing cover for criminal activities in parts of the Federal Capital Territory. The operation was conducted at about 4:00 pm on Sunday, August 23, 2026, across Karshi, Jeje, Kurape and Nyanya areas of the Abuja […] Troops storm illegal shanties,…
On Sunday, August 23, 2026, military troops in collaboration with Operation SWEEP raided illegal shanties and dismantled structures in parts of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. The operation took place around 4:00 pm across Karshi, Jeje, Kurape, and Nyanya areas of the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC). Security analyst Zagazola Makama reported that the troops dismantled several illegal structures as part of efforts to eliminate potential hideouts for criminal elements within the capital city.
The operation aimed to enhance security surveillance in areas commonly vulnerable to criminal activities.
Mai-Anguwa of Nyanya commended the military for their efforts and pledged to provide credible information on suspicious activities to the Army Headquarters Garrison and other security agencies.
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