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A violent communal clash between the Ugambe community in Konshisha Local Government Area and the Mbaiaise community in Gwer East Local Government Area has claimed three lives and left one person injured. The incident, which occurred on October 8, 2025, prompted a swift response from troops of Operation Whirl Stroke, who successfully restored calm to the affected regions.
The clash escalated when troops responded to a distress call about renewed hostilities between the neighboring communities. Upon arrival, the soldiers reportedly came under heavy gunfire from armed elements dressed in black. In response, the troops returned fire with superior force, forcing the attackers to flee into nearby bushes.
Subsequent searches led to the recovery of one magazine, eight rounds of 7.62x39mm special ammunition, twelve rounds of 7.62x51mm NATO ammunition, fifteen empty shells, and various charms believed to have been used by the fleeing assailants.
Before the troops’ intervention, three civilians had been killed and one injured. The wounded victim was evacuated to the General Hospital, Aliade, for treatment, while the remains of the deceased were deposited at the hospital mortuary.
The Force Commander, Major General Moses Gara, commended the troops of Sector 1 for their swift intervention and professionalism in quelling the crisis. He urged them to maintain vigilance and sustain aggressive patrols across the area to forestall further violence. Additionally, Major General Gara appealed to community leaders in both Konshisha and Gwer East to embrace dialogue and peaceful coexistence, emphasizing the need for collective efforts toward lasting stability. He reaffirmed Operation Whirl Stroke’s commitment to combating insecurity and ensuring peace across its joint operations area.
The incident serves as a reminder of the ongoing challenges in maintaining peace in the region, with authorities continuing to monitor the situation closely.
