Troops Respond to Malicious Farm Destruction in Plateau Community by Fulani Herders

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Sector 3, Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), have responded to a reported case of malicious destruction of farmland in Rigochongo village in Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State.

Security sources said the troops were deployed at about 1730 hours on May 11 following reports of destruction of a cultivated farm in the community.

Upon arrival at the scene, the troops observed that the farmland had been cut down, allegedly by suspected herders who had fled before security forces reached the area.

The incident is part of recurring farmer–herder tensions reported in parts of Plateau State, which have continued to prompt security interventions by deployed troops.

Military authorities said efforts are ongoing to identify and apprehend those responsible for the destruction.

Troops have also intensified patrols and surveillance operations in surrounding communities to prevent further incidents and maintain stability in the area.

Operation Enduring Peace reiterated its commitment to safeguarding farmlands, protecting rural livelihoods, and supporting peaceful coexistence among communities within its area of responsibility.

Troops Respond to Malicious Farm Destruction in Plateau Community by Fulani Herders

Troops Raid Terrorist Enclaves in Katsina, Criminals Flee Before Contact

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of 17 Brigade, in collaboration with local vigilantes, have conducted coordinated offensive operations on suspected terrorist enclaves across parts of Katsina State, forcing criminals to flee before troops’ arrival.

Security sources told Zagazola that the operation took place at about 0800 hours on May 10, 2026, targeting Kafin-Soli, Karaduwa, Maraban Musawa and Jikamshi villages in Kankia, Musawa and Matazu Local Government Areas of the state.

The sources said the clearance operation was part of ongoing efforts to dislodge criminal elements and deny them freedom of action within rural communities.

According to the sources, troops and vigilantes moved simultaneously into the identified locations but met no resistance as the suspected terrorists had fled prior to their arrival.

Military authorities said follow-up exploitation of the general area was ongoing to ensure the criminals do not regroup or return to the affected communities.

They added that troops will continue intelligence-led patrols and offensive operations across vulnerable areas in Katsina State to sustain pressure on criminal networks and restore normalcy.

Troops Raid Terrorist Enclaves in Katsina, Criminals Flee Before Contact

Troops Ambush Terrorists in Kogi State, Neutralise One, Recover Arms and Cash

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of 12 Brigade have successfully ambushed suspected terrorists along the Old Obajana–Jakura–Tajimi axis in Lokoja Local Government Area of Kogi State, neutralising one insurgent and recovering weapons, ammunition and other items.

Security sources said that the operation occurred at about 0450 hours on May 10, 2026, west of Meyanga and north of Adankolo Forest during a planned ambush operation.

The sources said troops made contact with the terrorists in the early hours of the day, leading to a brief exchange of fire.

According to the sources, one terrorist was neutralised during the engagement, while others fled the scene, abandoning their weapons and equipment.

Items recovered at the scene included two AK-47 rifles, six magazines loaded with 145 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, one locally fabricated pistol, one Motorola handheld radio, one motorcycle, and a sum of ₦62,900.

Other recovered items included a camouflaged bandolier, three mobile phones and additional sundry materials.

Military authorities said troops have continued exploitation of the general area to track fleeing suspects and prevent regrouping of criminal elements.

They added that operations in the axis remain ongoing as part of sustained efforts to dominate the environment and deny terrorists freedom of action.

Troops Ambush Terrorists in Kogi State, Neutralise One, Recover Arms and Cash