The troops of the Nigerian Army have shot dead two suspected killers of four soldiers on protection duty in Rivers State.

The spokesman of the Nigerian Army 6 Division in Port Harcourt, Lt.-Col. Danjuma Danjuma, disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday, January 7, 2025.

Danjuma revealed that the unidentified gang members were neutralised by troops of 5 Battalion during a raid on their hideout at Kalaogbokolo in Ahoada West Local Government Area of Rivers State.

He noted: “The gang killed four soldiers and abducted two Korean expatriates working for Daewoo Nigeria Limited on December 12, 2023.

“Two of the gang members were apprehended during the operation but were neutralised after attempting to escape into the bush following a lengthy chase by the soldiers.”

Danjuma explained that the suspects were captured following credible intelligence that revealed their return to the community from their hideouts.

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He said the troops recovered an AK-47 rifle, a fabrique national rifle, and a pump action shotgun.

Other items seized included two locally made rifles, three AK-47 magazines, three rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, and 13 rounds of 7.62mm NATO ammunition.

Danjuma added: “The Nigerian Army reiterates that, regardless of how long it takes, criminals involved in such heinous acts will face severe consequences for their actions.

“We assure citizens of the division’s commitment to safeguarding lives and property, and we encourage them to continue providing actionable intelligence on the activities of criminal gangs.”

The Star