Troops rescue herder from drowning in Plateau

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Sector 1 under Operation Enduring Peace have assisted in the rescue and evacuation of a herder who nearly drowned in Dogo Nauwa River in Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State.

Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred at about 3:46 p.m. on July 17 after troops responded to a distress report of a herder drowning in the river.

The sources said that upon arrival at the scene, troops discovered that local residents had already pulled the victim, identified as Kabiru Mohammed, from the water.

The troops immediately evacuated the victim to Latya Clinic, where he received medical attention.

Military authorities said the prompt response illustrates the commitment of troops not only to maintaining security but also to providing humanitarian assistance and emergency support to residents within their areas of operation.

Troops rescue herder from drowning in Plateau

Suspected Berom Militia Shoot Eight Cattle in Attack on Herdsman in Plateau

By Zagazola Makama

Suspected Berom Militia have attacked a herder and his livestock in Nyerwie Village, Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State, leaving eight cattle with gunshot wounds.

Sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred at about 6:25 p.m. on July 16, prompting troops of Sector 4, Operation SAFE HAVEN (OPSH), to swiftly mobilise to the scene following a distress report.

However, the assailants fled before the arrival of the troops, evading arrest.

Security sources said preliminary findings indicated that the attackers opened fire on the herd, inflicting gunshot wounds on eight cows. No human casualty was reported during the incident.

Troops have since intensified efforts to track down and apprehend the fleeing suspects, while security has been reinforced in the area to prevent further escalation.

The military urged residents to remain calm and cooperate with security agencies by providing credible information that could assist in the arrest of those responsible for the attack.

Suspected Berom Militia Shoot Eight Cattle in Attack on Herdsman in Plateau

Troops Arrest Three Suspected Cattle Rustlers in Gombe, Recover Weapons, Cash

By Zagazola Makama

Troops of the 233 Tank Battalion have arrested three suspected cattle rustlers during a security operation in Mel Uku, Akko Local Government Area of Gombe State.

Sources told Zagazola Makama that the suspects were apprehended at about 5:00 p.m. on July 16 following intelligence-led operations targeting criminal elements involved in cattle rustling in the area.

During preliminary interrogation, the suspects allegedly confessed to having engaged in cattle rustling activities for more than two years.

Items recovered from the suspects include three mobile phones, three cutlasses, one bow with arrows, and the sum of ₦24,750 believed to be proceeds of their criminal activities.

The suspects are currently in military custody for further investigation, while efforts are ongoing to identify and apprehend other members of the cattle-rustling syndicate.

The arrest is part of ongoing operations by security forces to combat cattle rustling, banditry and other criminal activities across the North-East and adjoining states.

Troops Arrest Three Suspected Cattle Rustlers in Gombe, Recover Weapons, Cash