Troops Repel Terrorists in Yobe, Recover Communication Equipment and Bicycles

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops and local vigilante members have repelled an attack by suspected terrorists in Kanama, Geidam Local Government Area of Yobe State, following intelligence reports on insurgent movements in the area.

Security sources said the operation was conducted in the early hours of June 15 after troops of the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Kanama, supported by vigilante personnel, acted on credible intelligence indicating the presence of suspected ISWAP/JAS terrorists within the community.

The joint patrol team reportedly made contact with the insurgents at about 3:15 a.m., leading to an exchange of gunfire.

According to the sources, the terrorists were forced to retreat towards the Sambisa axis after coming under pressure from the security forces.

Items recovered from the scene included nine bicycles, one Baofeng radio set, a mobile phone, three pairs of slippers and three locally made water bottles believed to have been abandoned by the fleeing insurgents.

One member of the vigilante group sustained a gunshot wound during the encounter and was evacuated to a medical facility for treatment.

The recovered items have been taken into custody for further exploitation and investigation.

Military authorities said troops remain on heightened alert and are continuing operations aimed at denying terrorist groups freedom of movement across the North-East region.

Troops Repel Terrorists in Yobe, Recover Communication Equipment and Bicycles

Troops of Operation Enduring Peace Arrest Two Suspected Drug Peddlers in Plateau

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have arrested two suspected drug peddlers during a stop-and-search operation at Sabon Gari checkpoint in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State.

Security sources said the suspects, identified as Mr. Jerry Joshua, 45, and Mr. Williams Nwaso, 54, were intercepted at about 6:00 a.m. on June 15 at the checkpoint.

The troops, who were conducting routine security checks, reportedly discovered a large quantity of substances suspected to be cannabis sativa in their possession.

The suspects and the recovered exhibits have been taken into custody for further investigation and possible prosecution.

Security authorities said the arrest is part of ongoing efforts by Operation Enduring Peace to curb drug trafficking and other criminal activities within Plateau State.

Investigations are ongoing.

Troops of Operation Enduring Peace Arrest Two Suspected Drug Peddlers in Plateau

Troops Discover Corpse Along Road in Bokkos, Plateau State

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have discovered the corpse of a man along a road in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State.

Security sources said the troops of Sector 5, Bokkos, responded at about 9:45 a.m. on June 15 following a report of a suspicious object along the Butura Kampani–Mandung road.

On arrival at the scene, the troops reportedly found the body of a man later identified as Mr. Dasharo Haruna, from Maihakorin Gold Village in Bokkos Local Government Area.

The corpse was subsequently evacuated by Keystone Bokkos Division for necessary procedures.

Security authorities said investigations have commenced to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.

The general area has since been secured, while efforts are ongoing to maintain peace and prevent any breakdown of law and order.

Troops Discover Corpse Along Road in Bokkos, Plateau State