By Muhammad Tanko Shittu – The troops of Operations Safe Haven, OPSH, have recovered the body of Ardo of Pamyam, Adamu Idris-Gabdo, who had gone missing since September 24, while on his way to Bauchi from Panyam in Plateau State.
The OPSH spokesman, Oya James, made the confirmation during a press briefing at the headquarters of the operations on Thursday in Jos, the state capital.
He said: “Following a Special Forces Tracking Operations conducted by troops of Operation SAFE HAVEN based on credible intelligence from well-meaning locals, the remains of the Missing Fulani leader, Ardo Adamu Idris Gabdo, the Ardo Panyam have been discovered and recovered for burial.
“The troops conducted the operations in the early hours of today, 5 October 2033 and were able to identify and recover the remains of the body of the missing Ardo around Boi along Pankshin – Bauchi Road in Tafawa Balewa Local Government Area of Bauchi State.
“The body has since been handed over to the family for proper burial.”
According to Mr James, the breakthrough was made possible through the continued community engagements employed by the troops.
“The investigation will now proceed with renewed vigor to identify and apprehend those responsible for this heinous crime and quickly bring them to justice as directed by the Chief of Army Staff.
“OPSH will continue to work tirelessly and stop at nothing to bring the perpetrators of all evil acts to justice and ensure security of lives and property on the Plateau especially and the entire Joint Operations Area,” he said.
Mr James disclosed that the General Officer Commanding 3 Division Nigerian Army and Commander Operation SAFE HAVEN, Major General AE Abubakar, while commending the special operation, extended his condolence to the family and loved ones of Mr Gabdo.
