Deputy Commander of Operation Rainbow killed in ambush by Fulani Bandits along Bokkos-Barkin Ladi road

By: Zagazola Makama

The Deputy Commander of Operation Rainbow, CSP Dennis David Babale, has been killed after gunmen suspected to be Fulani Bandits ambushed personnel of the security outfit along the Bokkos-Barkin Ladi road in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State.

Zagazola Makama reports that the incident occurred at about 4:06 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 22, when the personnel, travelling in a Toyota Hilux vehicle, came under attack by unidentified gunmen.

Troops of Sector 4, Operation ENDURING PEACE (OPEP), responded to a distress report and moved to the location of the attack.

Sources said that Babale sustained gunshot wounds during the ambush and was evacuated to the General Hospital, Barkin Ladi, for medical attention.

He, however, later succumbed to his injuries at the hospital.

Following the attack, troops, working alongside personnel of other security agencies, launched offensive operations and a manhunt for the assailants within the general area.

Security forces have intensified efforts to track the attackers and prevent further attacks along the route.

The latest incident comes amid heightened security concerns in parts of Plateau State, where armed attacks and reprisals have continued to pose challenges to the safety of communities and security personnel.

Deputy Commander of Operation Rainbow killed in ambush by Fulani Bandits along Bokkos-Barkin Ladi road

Troops foil kidnap attempt, rescue three victims in Plateau

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Sector 5, Operation ENDURING PEACE (OPEP), Bokkos, have foiled a kidnap attempt and rescued three victims along the Sha-Daffo road in Daffo District of Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State.

Zagazola Makama reports that the incident occurred at about 9:40 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 22, following a distress report on suspected kidnapping activities along the route.

The troops swiftly responded to the report, forcing the kidnappers to abandon their operation and flee into the surrounding area.

The rescued victims were identified as 42-year-old Haruna Rabiu, 25-year-old Mary Joseph and 29-year-old Bridget Gideon.

The victims reportedly sustained minor injuries and were evacuated to a hospital for medical treatment.

Security forces have commenced efforts to track and apprehend the fleeing suspects.

The operation is part of ongoing efforts by troops under OPEP to disrupt criminal activities and protect communities and road users across Plateau State.

Troops foil kidnap attempt, rescue three victims in Plateau

Troops arrest two suspected illicit drug peddlers in Plateau

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Sector 1, Operation ENDURING PEACE (OPEP), have arrested two suspected illicit drug peddlers during a raid operation at Jengre in Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State.

Zagazola Makama reports that the operation was conducted at about 5:00 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 21, following intelligence on the activities of suspected drug dealers operating from a hideout in the area.

During the operation, the troops arrested two suspects identified as 35-year-old Manasseh Musa and 20-year-old Awwal Ado.

Items recovered from the suspects included quantities of substances suspected to be illicit drugs, two mobile phones and the sum of N62,500.

The suspects are currently in custody for further necessary action and investigation.

The operation forms part of ongoing efforts by security forces under OPEP to disrupt criminal activities and deny criminal elements safe havens across Plateau State.

Troops arrest two suspected illicit drug peddlers in Plateau