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Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke have arrested seven suspected cultists during a raid on a hideout in the North Bank area of Makurdi, Benue State.
The operation, carried out on Thursday, led to the recovery of two locally made pistols, a cartridge, a round of 7.62mm ammunition, a dagger, charms, and other incriminating items.
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Acting Media Information Officer of the Joint Task Force, Ahmad Zubairu, said the suspects are in custody for further investigation.
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According to him, the Force Commander, Major General Moses Gara, commended the troops’ “professionalism, vigilance, and resilience,” urging them to sustain efforts against criminal elements.
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He added that Mr Gara appealed to youths, particularly students, to steer clear of cultism and drug abuse and embrace discipline and lawful conduct.
