Gunmen have killed 10 soldiers and an officer in Benue state.
The soldiers were reported missing after which their bodies were found at Konshisha Local Government Area of the State by a search team drawn from Operation Whirl Stroke.
According to Army spokesman, Mohammed Yerima “The Nigerian troops operating in Benue State came under attack while on routine operational task”
The army said it was trying to track down the perpetrators.
“While the bodies of the slain troops were evacuated immediately, efforts are ongoing to track down the perpetrators of this heinous crime with a view to bringing them to Justice.
“The NA under the leadership of the COAS Lt Gen Ibrahim Attahiru remains resolute in ensuring stability in Benue State as well as other parts of the country that are affected by the activities of criminal gangs.
“The NA remains determined to ensure that this unprovoked attack does not disrupt the general peace being enjoyed by the local inhabitants.
“The COAS has therefore directed commanders on the ground to ensure sustained efforts in order to fish out and deal decisively with these bad elements who are threatening the peace in the area.”
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