Crime
NSCDC Smashes Local Gun Producing Group in Abuja
NSCDC Smashes Local Gun Producing Group in Abuja
By: Michael Mike
Operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) have smashed the production of local rifles and pistols by some unscrupulous elements in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
In a statement on Wednesday, the NSCDC National Public Relations Officer, Babawale Afolabi, said that the criminal attempt was foiled through a tip-off and the NSCDC Directorate of Intelligence and Investigation who were under Surveillance and Monitoring ( DII-SM) swung into action and apprehended the suspects.
He said: @Acting on a top off that a group of individuals were manufacturing Semi-automatic Rifles and Pistols at Moshood Abiola National Stadium area in Abuja; the DII-SM acted based on credible intelligence and the seven suspects were caught in the act”.
The names of the Suspects, he gave as: Amos Iyawo (M) aged 29 years, Jonah Mannaseh (M) aged 27years, Ezekiel Nannim (M) 20years, Naifa Pando (F) 26years, Euphemia Peter (M) 26years, Faith Gadang (F) and Philemon Karam (F) 26years.
He noted that: “From the confessional statements volunteered by the suspects, we gathered that Amos Iyawo is the leader of the team and that he recruited others to participate as manufacturers of the Rifles.
“He further intimated to us that none of the Rifles or Pistols have been sold out as the production just commenced”.
He said during interrogations, the suspect confessed that he found the locally made pistol while on operations with the Civilian Joint Task Force (JTF) at Durumi in Abuja”.
Babawale said the DII-SM recovered five already fabricated Rifles,1 Pisto, 1 unfinished Rifle, 7 empty Cartridges, 2 boots, rods, welding machine, filling machine,2 Searchlight, 3 pliers, Shovel, Cutlass and Axes, Hunters ID card and belt from the suspects and all exhibits with the suspects would be handed over to the Nigerian Police for further investigation and possible prosecution because the Nigerian Police has the prosecutorial mandate in cases of Proliferation of small arms and ammunition, illegal possession of arms and ammunition and unauthorized production of same.
The spokesman said: “Let me at this point intimate to the public that the Security Agencies across the nation are strongly in scientific collaborations to salvage the country from the hands of criminal-minded persons”.
“The NSCDC Commandant General, Dr Ahmed Abubakar Audi mni, OFR has also given a marching order to all Zonal Commanders, State Commandants and heads of formations on the need for prompt Intelligence Gathering which remains the bedrock of any Security organization”.
“Dr Audi hinted that the eagle eyes of the Commandant General’s Special Intelligence Squad and CG’s Mining Marshall newly commissioned by the Honourable Minister of Interior Dr Tunji Olubunmi-Ojo would be all out to frustrate and combat all acts of Crude oil theft, illegal dealings in Petroleum products, illegal mining, Vandalism of Public Utilities amongst others across the nation at large”
“He also urged the public to continue to have confidence in the Corps and other Security agencies by giving actionable intelligence and credible information that would lead to the arrests of those sabotaging the efforts of the Federal Government in actualizing the Renewed Hope agenda”.
NSCDC Smashes Local Gun Producing Group in Abuja
Man Killed by Unknown Assailants in Plateau
By Zagazola Makama
A 45-year-old man, identified as Mr Mabur Simon, has been killed by unidentified persons in Maori Village, Mbar District of Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State.
A military source told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred at about 9:20 a.m. on August 12, 2026, when troops of Sector 5, Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), responded to a report of an attack and killing in the community.
The troops mobilised to the village and confirmed that the incident had occurred.
The circumstances surrounding the killing remain unclear, while security personnel have commenced investigations to identify those responsible and establish the motive behind the attack.
The investigation is ongoing, as troops continue to maintain vigilance in the area to prevent further incidents and reassure residents of their safety.
Man Killed by Unknown Assailants in Plateau
Commercial Motorcyclist Found Dead With Gunshot Wounds in Plateau
By Zagazola Makama
A commercial motorcyclist, identified as Mr Gabriel Ishaya, has been found dead with gunshot wounds along the Gero road in Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State.
A military source told Zagazola Makama that the incident was reported at about 7:00 a.m. on August 12, 2026, after troops of Sector 6, Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), deployed at Gyel responded to a report of a corpse and motorcycle discovered along the road.
Upon arrival at the location, the troops confirmed the discovery and found the deceased with gunshot wounds.
Eight empty cases of 7.62mm Special ammunition were also recovered at the scene.
The corpse was subsequently evacuated by Keystone B Division for further necessary action.
Preliminary investigation revealed that Ishaya was a commercial motorcyclist from Saminaka in Kaduna State and was resident in Tanchol, Gyel District.
The circumstances surrounding the killing remain unclear, while further investigation is being conducted by Keystone B Division to determine the motive and identify those responsible.
Security agencies have continued efforts to establish the circumstances of the incident and prevent further attacks along the route.
Commercial Motorcyclist Found Dead With Gunshot Wounds in Plateau
Crime
Three Killed As Troops Repel Communal Attack between Fulani and Mwaghavul youths, Restore Calm in Mangu, Plateau
Three Killed As Troops Repel Communal Attack between Fulani and Mwaghavul youths, Restore Calm in Mangu, Plateau
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 8, Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), have intervened in a violent clash between suspected Fulani and Mwaghavul youths at Jwak Maitumbi Community in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State.
A military source told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred at about 7:35 a.m. on August 12, 2026, following an earlier confrontation between youths from the two communities.
The troops responded to reports of sustained gunfire at the location and swiftly moved in to contain the situation.
According to the source, the troops deployed superior firepower, forcing both sides to withdraw from the area.
The troops subsequently conducted clearance operations, supported by drone surveillance, which confirmed that the area was clear of the combatants.
The clash resulted in the deaths of three persons, comprising one member of the local community and two Fulani herders. One other person from the local community also sustained injuries.
Following the intervention, normalcy was restored in the community, while troops continued to dominate the area to prevent further violence and deter any attempt by the parties to regroup.
Security forces have also maintained vigilance around the affected communities as efforts continue to prevent further escalation of the conflict.
Three Killed As Troops Repel Communal Attack between Fulani and Mwaghavul youths, Restore Calm in Mangu, Plateau
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