Plateau: Man injured in Barkin Ladi during altercation with a Fulani Man

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Operation Enduring Peace have responded to an assault incident in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State, where a resident sustained injuries following an altercation with another individual.

Security sources said the incident occurred at about 7:30 p.m. on June 18 at Yelwa Village in Barkin Ladi LGA.

According to the sources, troops of Sector 4, Sub-Sector 41 Gashish, were deployed to the area after receiving information that a local resident, identified as Mr Morgan Dauda, had been attacked during an argument.

The sources said the suspect, identified as Umar, allegedly assaulted the victim with a machete following a disagreement that reportedly stemmed from a minor dispute.

Upon arrival at the scene, troops found the victim with machete-inflicted injuries, while the suspect had fled before security personnel reached the location.

The injured victim was immediately evacuated by troops to a nearby clinic, where he is currently receiving medical treatment.

Security authorities said efforts were ongoing to track down and apprehend the suspect for further investigation and possible prosecution.

“The prompt intervention by troops ensured that the victim received urgent medical attention, while efforts have commenced to arrest the fleeing suspect,” a security source said.

Operation Enduring Peace reiterated its commitment to maintaining peace and security across Plateau State and urged residents to resolve disputes through lawful and peaceful means.

They also appealed to members of the public to provide credible information that could assist in the arrest of the suspect and other criminal elements operating within communities.

Authorities assured residents that necessary measures were being taken to prevent any breakdown of law and order arising from the incident.

Plateau: Man injured in Barkin Ladi during altercation with a Fulani Man

Troops Engage Suspected Pipeline Vandals in Rivers, Launch Manhunt

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of the Joint Task Force South-South under Operation Delta Safe (OPDS) have launched a manhunt for suspected pipeline vandals following an attack on a gas pipeline in Abua/Odual Local Government Area of Rivers State.

Security sources said the operation followed intelligence gathered from a drone patrol at about 11:55 p.m. on June 17, which detected suspected vandalism activities around the Odua general area of the local government.

Acting on the intelligence, troops of the 16 Brigade Garrison and 5 Battalion swiftly mobilised to the scene under the leadership of their respective commanders.

The sources disclosed that the troops made contact with armed suspects believed to be involved in pipeline vandalism.

During the encounter, the suspects reportedly detonated explosive devices, causing damage to a section of a gas pipeline before fleeing the area.

The troops have since commenced a search operation to track down and apprehend the suspects, while efforts are ongoing to secure the affected facility and prevent further acts of sabotage.

Military authorities reiterated their commitment to protecting critical national assets and warned criminal elements involved in economic sabotage to desist or face the full weight of the law.

Troops Engage Suspected Pipeline Vandals in Rivers, Launch Manhunt

Heavy Gunfire, Explosions Reported Near Niamey Airport as Security Forces Deploy Across Capital

By: Zagazola Makama

Heavy gunfire and explosions were reported around Diori Hamani International Airport in Niamey, Niger’s capital, on Thursday, triggering a major security response and heightened tension across the city.

Multiple security sources said the incident began in the early hours of the day, with sustained gunfire reportedly lasting for more than two hours.

The exact nature of the incident remained unclear as of press time, with authorities yet to issue an official statement on whether it was a terrorist attack, an armed assault on security installations or an attempted counter-coup operation.

Residents in several parts of the capital were advised to remain indoors while security forces moved to contain the situation.

Sources said a security cordon was established around key locations in the city, extending to the Hospital Roundabout, while heavily armed personnel and military equipment were deployed at multiple checkpoints on roads leading to the Presidential Palace.

Witnesses reported an increased presence of security forces across strategic areas of the capital as authorities sought to restore calm and prevent any escalation.

Diori Hamani International Airport, which hosts Air Base 101, is regarded as one of Niger’s most strategic security installations and is located about 10 kilometres from the Presidential Palace.

The facility was previously targeted during an attack attributed to suspected Islamic State Sahel Province (ISSP) and ISWAP fighters on Jan. 28 and 29, 2026.

However, there was no immediate indication that Thursday’s incident was linked to the earlier attack, and no group had claimed responsibility as of the time of filing this report.

Sources said the situation was gradually stabilising, although security operations remained ongoing across the city.

Authorities are expected to provide further details as investigations continue.

Heavy Gunfire, Explosions Reported Near Niamey Airport as Security Forces Deploy Across Capital