The army says the suspect was arrested at a bar locally called beer parlour, in a football viewing centre in Lagos State.
The alleged mastermind of the murder of Adamu Idris, the Ardo of Panyam in Mangu Local Government of
Mr Idris had relocated to Bauchi after his community was sacked in the spiralling conflict between Fulanis and Mwaghavuls. “The arrest of Mr Philip Gokas is a testament to the commitment and unwavering dedication of OPSH and the effectiveness of collaborative efforts. “Recall that, following the murder of Ardo Panyam, the Chief of Army Staff, Lt Gen Taoreed Lagbaja, directed Operation SAFE HAVEN to recover the body of the deceased, which was accomplished by the OPSH Tactical team in a remote area of Bauchi State and handed over to the family for burial.
“The General Officer Commanding 3 Division and Commander Operation SAFE HAVEN, Maj Gen AE Abubakar, expresses his heartfelt appreciation to the public for their support and cooperation throughout this investigation.
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