Some dreaded herdsmen have killed two soldiers after they opened fire on the military convoy in Plateau.
The fallen soldiers were given a gun salute (Photo:NationalHelm)
The bodies of the two soldiers who were brutally murdered after herdsmen opened fire on a military convoy have been retrieved. The sad incident took place in Jos Plateau State.
The army had released a statement revealing how the soldier died.
The statement read: "Troops of 3 Division Garrison Jos Plateau State arrested 7 suspects and recovered weapons in the clash between Miango community and herdsmen at Rafiki Village few days ago. The troops responded to distress calls to the clash reported by locals.
As troops moved in to settle the dispute, the herdsmen opened fire on troops convoy. 2 soldiers paid the supreme price. 7 suspects were arrested in connection with the clashes.
While conducting search, troops discovered 23 dead bodies at Mararaba Dare shortly before Rafiki Village and many civilians were wounded. 2 other soldiers wounded are receiving medical attention at 3 Division Military Hospital and Medical Services. They are stable.
Weapons recovered include one Ak 47 assault rifle with 26 rounds of 7.62mm special and One locally made single barrel loaded with 15 rounds.
The troops later intensified patrol within the general area to forestall further break down of law and other."