Soldiers repel suspected armed herders, recover arms in Benue

Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke repelled an attack by suspected armed herders in the Guma Local Government Area of Benue State. According to Daily Post Nigeria, the incident occurred on October 26, 2026, following intelligence indicating that criminal elements posing as herders had crossed from Nasarawa State into the area. Upon arrival, the troops were met with gunfire but responded effectively, forcing the attackers to flee.

Punch Nigeria reported that the troops recovered AK-47 rifles and other items during the operation. Daily Post Nigeria specified that the recovered items included two AK-47 rifles, four empty AK-47 magazines, eight calves, three mobile phones, a National Identification Number document belonging to a Mr. Umar Yusuf, and ₦20.

No casualties were recorded among the troops, according to Daily Post Nigeria. Major General Moses Kolo Gara, the Force Commander of the Joint Task Force Operation Whirl Stroke and General Officer Commanding 5 Division, commended the troops for their vigilance and proactive response.

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