Troops launch major offensive in Benue, rescue 11 hostages and recover assorted arms
Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke have intensified their efforts to clear out bandits and armed groups from their hideouts in Benue and neighbouring Taraba State. The operation, led by Colonel KO Bukoye and supported by air power, marked a major push against criminal activity in the region. The military offensive, which took place on August […]
Troops neutralize bandit, recover arms in Benue
Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have taken firm action against criminal activity in Benue State by eliminating a bandit and recovering arms during a recent mission in Mararaba Gbagir. The operation was carried out on Tuesday, July 30, 2025, after troops received credible information about the presence of armed criminals in the area. Acting […]