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Tension in Plateau as youths block road, kill four after attack by suspected Fulani gunmen
Tension in Plateau as youths block road, kill four after attack by suspected Fulani gunmen
By: Zagazola Makama
Four persons have been reportedly killed after youths suspected to be local indigenes blocked a road and attacked travellers along Nding axis of Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State, shortly after an earlier reprisal assault in which gunmen suspected to be Fulani militias killed seven residents in Dorowa Babuje village.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred when a passenger Opel Vectra vehicle conveying civilians was intercepted by a group of youths who mounted a road blockade along Nding road.
The assailants reportedly selected and attacked occupants of the vehicle, killing four persons on the spot.
Security forces later confirmed that five corpses were transported to Jos North, indicating that one additional victim may have died from injuries sustained during the attack.
Two of the victims were identified as indigenes of Jos North, a development that has heightened tension in parts of the metropolis, particularly around the Terminus and Gangare areas where residents expressed concern over possible reprisals.
The sources believe the Nding road incident may have been a retaliatory action triggered by news of the earlier killings, which spread rapidly across nearby communities before security agencies could fully stabilise the situation.
One security official said the road attack occurred hours after gunmen suspected to be Fulani bandits on revenge mission opened fire on residents at a local gathering spot in Dorowa Babuje, killing seven persons and injuring two others.
The attacks followed closely on the heels of other deadly attacks recorded within days on fulani communities by attackers suspected to be Berom militia across Barikin Ladi and Riyom General areas in Plateau state.
Sources said additional personnel had been deployed to flashpoints across Barkin Ladi and adjoining districts to forestall further violence.
“Joint patrols and stop-and-search operations have also been intensified along major roads and entry routes to prevent escalation and track suspects involved in both incidents,”said the sources.
Security agencies also warned residents against reprisals or mob actions, stressing that such acts could worsen the fragile security situation.
Community leaders in affected areas have appealed for calm, urging youths to allow security forces to handle investigations.
Tension in Plateau as youths block road, kill four after attack by suspected Fulani gunmen
Troops arrest suspected terrorist, recover rifle in Zamfara
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA have arrested a suspected terrorist and recovered an AK-47 rifle during a routine patrol in Gusau Local Government Area of Zamfara State.
Security sources said the arrest was made on April 3 at about 11:30 a.m. by troops of 1 Brigade Combat Team deployed at Forward Operating Base (FOB) Kurya.
The suspect was apprehended at Tungan Haki village and found in possession of one AK-47 rifle mounted with a magazine containing 13 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition.
The sources disclosed that the suspect and the recovered weapon are currently in custody for further investigation and necessary action.
They added that troops have continued to intensify patrols and surveillance operations across the area to curb criminal activities.
Troops arrest suspected terrorist, recover rifle in Zamfara
IED explosion injures two security personnel during patrol in Anambra
By: Zagazola Makama
Two security personnel have been injured following the detonation of an improvised explosive device (IED) during a fighting patrol in Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra State.
Security sources said the incident occurred on April 3 at about 12:30 p.m. when troops of Sector 5, Operation UDO KA, deployed at Forward Operating Base (FOB) Lilu, conducted a patrol alongside Nigeria Police personnel.
It was gathered that the team sighted the IED within the Lilu general area and attempted to destroy it.
However, the explosive device detonated during the process, injuring an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) personnel and a police officer.
The injured personnel were immediately administered first aid at the scene before being referred to a medical facility for further treatment.
Authorities said the situation has been brought under control, while operations continue in the area to ensure safety and prevent further incidents.
IED explosion injures two security personnel during patrol in Anambra
Troops neutralise two terrorists, destroy hideouts in Plateau clearance operations
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), under Operation Wutan Daji, have neutralised two suspected terrorists and destroyed several hideouts during clearance operations in Wase Local Government Area of Plateau.
Security sources said the operations were carried out in conjunction with local vigilantes across Babangida, Adua and Bokayi villages within the Dutsen Zaki forest.
It was gathered that troops made contact with the terrorists along the Babangida–Adua road, leading to a gun battle in which two of the suspects were neutralised, while others fled with possible gunshot wounds.
No casualties were recorded among the troops, and all equipment was accounted for.
During the operation, troops recovered one locally fabricated gun, a belt containing 105 rounds of 7.62mm PKT ammunition, 30 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition and a cutlass.
In a related development, troops of CSI Battalion XIV, in collaboration with 332 Artillery Regiment and vigilantes, conducted further clearance and raid operations in Dadin-Kowa and Dada villages.
The operation involved 47 soldiers and four vigilantes, supported with motorcycles, gun trucks, a Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicle and an artillery gun.
The troops established a gun position and carried out fire missions on suspected terrorist locations in Madam Forest to deny them freedom of action.
Subsequent raid operations in Dadin-Kowa village led to the destruction of suspected terrorist hideouts, although no contact was made with the fleeing elements.
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