Troops Intercept 55 Cows, Arrest 13-Year-Old Herder Over Alleged Farm Destruction in Plateau

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Sector 3, Operation ENDURING PEACE (OPEP), have intercepted 55 cows allegedly found grazing on a farm belonging to a resident, Mr Yusuf John, at Miango in Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State.

According to a security source who briefed Zagazola Makama, the troops responded to a distress report on alleged destruction of the farm at about 5:20 p.m. on Aug. 8.

The source said that upon arrival at the location, the troops found the 55 cows grazing on the farm, while the herder reportedly fled after sighting the security personnel.

The livestock were subsequently moved to a safe location for necessary action.

In a related incident, the troops also responded to a report of alleged destruction of a farm belonging to Mr John Isaiah at Jebbu Miango, also in Bassa LGA.

The troops, upon arrival at the location, arrested a 13-year-old herder identified as Ibrahim in connection with the incident.

The suspect was taken into custody for further action, while investigations are ongoing to establish the circumstances surrounding the alleged destruction of the farm.

The incidents come amid continuing efforts by security agencies in Plateau State to prevent clashes between farmers and herders and address criminal activities associated with disputes over farmland and grazing.

Troops Intercept 55 Cows, Arrest 13-Year-Old Herder Over Alleged Farm Destruction in Plateau

Troops Rescue Kidnapped 50-Year-Old Farmer, Neutralise Kidnapper in Edo

By Zagazola Makama

Troops of the Nigerian Army, in collaboration with other security personnel, have rescued a 50-year-old farmer kidnapped from his farm in Esan South-East Local Government Area of Edo State.

The victim, identified as Mr Lucky Egbiki, was kidnapped from his farm at Okehussan, Ubiaja, on Aug. 6.

Following a tip-off on the abduction, troops of the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Udomi, in conjunction with Keystone, planned and executed a covert rescue operation.

According to a military source, the troops exploited negotiations over ransom payment to lure the kidnappers into a rendezvous at Onogholo, in Esan South-East LGA.

The troops subsequently engaged the kidnappers, resulting in the neutralisation of one kidnapper, while others fled the scene with possible gunshot wounds.

During the operation, the troops successfully rescued Egbiki and recovered ₦1.5 million reportedly meant for ransom payment.

The troops expended four rounds of 7.62mm Special ammunition during the encounter.

The rescued victim and recovered cash were subsequently handed over to his family.

The operation is part of ongoing efforts by security forces to disrupt kidnapping networks and rescue victims across Edo State.

Troops Rescue Kidnapped 50-Year-Old Farmer, Neutralise Kidnapper in Edo

Troops Arrest Four Armed Militia, Recover Two Pistols in Jos

By Zagazola Makama

Troops of Sector 1, Operation Enduring Peace, have arrested four suspected armed militia and recovered two locally fabricated pistols during an operation in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State.

The operation followed a report at about 11:55 a.m. on Aug. 7 that criminals had snatched a mobile phone from the son of a woman identified as Ms. Angela Dominic at gunpoint in Anguwan Rukuba.

According to a military source, the troops swiftly responded to the incident and arrested two suspects at the scene.

The suspects subsequently assisted the troops in identifying and apprehending two other alleged members of the gang, bringing the total number of arrests to four.

The troops conducted searches at the residences of the suspects, during which two locally fabricated pistols were recovered.

The suspects and the recovered weapons are currently in custody and undergoing interrogation as security agencies intensify efforts to establish their involvement in other criminal activities in the area.

Troops Arrest Four Armed Militia, Recover Two Pistols in Jos