Crime
Breaking News: Army Apprehends Mastermind Behind Deadly Attack on Taraba Community
Breaking News: Army Apprehends Mastermind Behind Deadly Attack on Taraba Community
By: Zagazola Makama
In a significant breakthrough, the Nigerian army troops 6 Brigade Jalingo, Taraba State has arrested the mastermind behind the recent devastating attack on Mararaban Azagwa, Maihura in Bali Local Government Area of Taraba State.
The suspect was taken into custody in an intelligence-led Operation conducted by the troops on Wednesday June 19, 2024.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the apprehended individual was the brains behind the attack on the farming community that claimed the lives of six innocent civilians including a 90 years old Man.
According to military sources,
The army has been working tirelessly to track down the perpetrators, and this arrest is a major achievement in the ongoing counter-terrorism operations. The suspect is currently being interrogated, and further details are expected to emerge in the coming days.
The military has assured citizens that they will continue to work tirelessly to ensure the safety and security of the nation, and that those responsible for the attack will be brought to justice.
This development has brought a sense of relief to the community, and the army’s efforts have been hailed as a significant success in the fight against terrorism.
Breaking News: Army Apprehends Mastermind Behind Deadly Attack on Taraba Community
Edo: Seven suspected bandits arrested along Benin-Agbor Road
By: Zagazola Makama
Seven suspected bandits were arrested along the Benin–Agbor Road in Edo State during stop-and-search operations, security sources confirmed.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the suspects, all Fulani youths, were intercepted after being offloaded from a truck at about 1800 hours on 2 December 2025. A search revealed pictures of assault rifles, including AK-47s, on their mobile phones.
Upon interrogation, the suspects claimed to have travelled from Adamawa State. Investigations are ongoing for the possible recovery of actual firearms and to determine their involvement in criminal activities.
Security agencies have urged members of the public to report any suspicious movements to help prevent criminal acts in the area.
Edo: Seven suspected bandits arrested along Benin-Agbor Road
Army troops rescued Kidnapped Reverend in Miango, arms recovered
By: Zagazola Makama
The Nigerian army Troops have successfully rescued a kidnapped clergyman, Reverend Ephraim Yakubu, in Miango axis of Bassa Local Government Area, Plateau State.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the victim was abducted in front of his residence at Agingi Village along the Rukuba Road on 3 December 2025.
Troops on a clearance patrol around the high grounds in the Miango axis engaged the kidnappers on 4 December at about 0740 hours, forcing them to flee.
Reverend Yakubu was found tied under a rock in the area and sustained injuries during captivity.
Security personnel also recovered one fabricated rifle with a magazine containing eight rounds of 9mm ammunition from the scene.
The victim was immediately evacuated to the 3 Military Specialist Hospital (3 DMSH) for medical attention.
Efforts are ongoing to track and apprehend the fleeing kidnappers.
Army troops rescued Kidnapped Reverend in Miango, arms recovered
Bauchi Youth dies after fight during naming ceremony in Warji
By: Zagazola Makama
A 20-year-old man, Haruna Haruna of Kwata Village, Warji Local Government Area, Bauchi State, has reportedly died following a violent altercation during a naming ceremony on 2 December 2025.
Zagazola understands that a misunderstanding among some youths at the ceremony escalated into a physical fight, leaving the victim in a comatose state.
He was rushed to General Hospital, Warji, but later died while receiving medical attention.
Police operatives have arrested one Gambo Yobe, 20, in connection with the incident.
Bauchi Youth dies after fight during naming ceremony in Warji
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