Nigerian Army troops have killed a suspected terrorist and recovered four motorcycles during an encounter in Kanam Local Government Area of Plateau State.
The operation took place on Monday along Wanka village road, according to an operational report made available to the News Agency of Nigeria on Tuesday.
The troops, serving under Sector 2 of Operation Enduring Peace, were manning a blocking position when they sighted an unspecified number of suspected terrorists travelling on motorcycles.
The army said the troops engaged the suspects with superior firepower, forcing them to flee in different directions. One of the suspected terrorists was killed during the exchange.
The fleeing suspects abandoned four Honda motorcycles, which were recovered by the troops. Two mobile phones, a packet of cigarettes and seven tablets of Tramadol were also found at the scene.
According to the military, all recovered items have been taken into custody for investigation. It did not disclose the identities of the suspects or provide further details about the encounter.
The army said the operation was part of ongoing efforts to restrict the movement of criminal groups and strengthen security across Plateau State.
Operation Enduring Peace is among the military operations deployed to address security threats in the region. The army said troops would continue their activities to prevent criminal elements from operating freely.
