Soldiers find illegal arms factory and arrest suspect in Nasarawa
Troops from Operation Whirl Stroke have discovered an illegal arms factory in Doma Local Government Area of Nasarawa State. Lt. Ahmad Zubairu revealed that the operation led to the arrest of a suspect, Baba Ogar, who was found hiding at the scene. The troops recovered locally made pistols, tools, cash, and a mobile phone from the location. Investigations are ongoing to apprehend other individuals involved in the illegal activity.
What we know
- Troops uncovered the illegal arms factory during a routine patrol in Doma Local Government Area.
- Baba Ogar, a 26-year-old from Arusu village, was arrested while trying to evade capture.
- Six locally fabricated pistols, tools, ₦40,500, and a mobile phone were recovered from the site.
- The factory is believed to have supplied firearms to criminal elements within and beyond the area.
- Maj.-Gen. Moses Gara praised the troops and urged continued public cooperation to enhance security.
