MOPOL Killed in Machete Attack by suspected Fulani herder in Plateau

By Zagazola Makama

A Mobile Police Officer, identified as Cpl. Abdulrahman Auwal, has been killed in a machete attack by fulani herders along Kwi Road in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State.

Security sources said the incident occurred at about 6:51 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 8, when troops of Sector 4, Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), responded to a report of an attack on the personnel.

The sources said troops who arrived at the scene found the victim with multiple machete wounds, while the suspected assailants, believed to be Fulani youths, had fled.

The victim was evacuated to a hospital by his colleagues, but he was later confirmed dead.

Security personnel have commenced investigations to establish the circumstances surrounding the attack and identify those responsible for possible arrest.

Further details are expected as the investigation progresses.

MOPOL Killed in Machete Attack by suspected Fulani herder in Plateau

Gunmen Kill Two Local Miners in Plateau Community

By Zagazola Makama

Gunmen have killed two local miners in Kazok village, Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State, in an attack that has triggered a manhunt for the perpetrators.

Security sources said troops of Sector 4, Sub-Sector 41, Gashish, under Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), responded to a report of the attack at about 4:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 9.

The sources said the troops, upon arrival at the scene, found the bodies of the victims, identified as John Mafulu and Ezikiel Yohanna.

The assailants were said to have fled before the arrival of the troops.

The sources noted that previous efforts by stakeholders to engage the community and secure the suspension of mining activities had been undermined by individuals allegedly involved in the illegal mining operations.

Troops have commenced efforts to track down the assailants, while further investigations are expected to establish the circumstances surrounding the killings.

The incident comes amid ongoing security challenges in parts of Plateau State, where authorities continue to pursue measures aimed at preventing violence and addressing disputes linked to local activities.

Gunmen Kill Two Local Miners in Plateau Community

OPEP, NAF, Other Security Agencies Conduct Show of Force, Secure Juma’at Prayers in Jos

By Zagazola Makama

Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), in collaboration with the Nigerian Air Force (NAF), the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) and other security agencies, have conducted a show of force across major flashpoints in Jos and Bukuru metropolis of Plateau State.

The operation, conducted at about 1:45 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 9, was part of proactive measures to strengthen security and ensure peaceful Juma’at prayers across the area.

Security sources said the troops and other security personnel deployed to strategic locations within Jos and Bukuru metropolis to reassure residents and deter criminal elements from exploiting the period of congregational prayers.

The joint team also provided security at various mosques across different sectors and subsectors within the Joint Operations Area.

The sources said the exercise was designed to prevent security breaches, deny criminal elements freedom of action and ensure worshippers could observe their prayers without disruption.

The show of force forms part of ongoing security measures by OPEP and other agencies to maintain peace and prevent incidents of violence in Plateau State.

OPEP, NAF, Other Security Agencies Conduct Show of Force, Secure Juma’at Prayers in Jos