Crime
Troops foil banditry attack in Katsina, recover rustled cattle

Troops foil banditry attack in Katsina, recover rustled cattle
By: Zagazola Makama
Security operatives have foiled a banditry and cattle rustling operation in Lambun Kyauta village, Malumfashi Local Government Area of Katsina State, recovering a large herd of stolen cattle.
Zagazola Makama learnt that the attack occurred late on July 29 at about 10:30 p.m. when suspected armed bandits stormed the residence of a local herder, Alhaji Rabi’u, and rustled his livestock.
A team of security operatives were immediately dispatched to the scene. The operatives intercepted the attackers, leading to a fierce gun battle that forced the bandits to abandon the stolen cattle and flee into the bush.
The team later encountered a group of hunters during a follow-up search, resulting in another exchange of gunfire. Fortunately, no casualties were recorded.
Security has since been reinforced in the area, while efforts are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing suspects and prevent further incursions.
Troops foil banditry attack in Katsina, recover rustled cattle
Crime
Troops rescue two kidnapped victims, neutralise bandits in Plateau

Troops rescue two kidnapped victims, neutralise bandits in Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 2, Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), have rescued two kidnapped victims and neutralised two suspected kidnappers during a clearance operation in Kanam Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the operation followed a reported abduction of two persons along the Wanka–Dengi road in Kanam LGA.
According to the source, troops trailed the relative of one of the victims, who had been instructed by the kidnappers to drop a ransom at Madam Forest, where the operation took place.
“During the rescue operation, troops made contact with the kidnappers, resulting in the neutralisation of two armed bandits, while others fled into the forest,” the source said.
Troops rescue two kidnapped victims, neutralise bandits in Plateau
Crime
Troops neutralise armed militia leader Babawo Badoo in Barkin Ladi, Plateau State

Troops neutralise armed militia leader Babawo Badoo in Barkin Ladi, Plateau State
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops have neutralised a notorious armed militia leader identified as Idris Idris, popularly known as Babawo Badoo, during a security operation in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the development followed the arrest of the suspect and the recovery of arms and ammunition at the outskirts of Lugere Village on Oct. 20.

The source said preliminary interrogation revealed that Idris had participated in several criminal attacks within Barkin Ladi and its neighbouring communities.
He was said to have confessed to leading a network of armed collaborators and volunteered to guide troops to their hideout at Kassa Village in Barkin Ladi.
However, while leading the troops to the location at about 10:20 p.m. on Tuesday, the suspect allegedly made a desperate attempt to snatch a soldier’s rifle in an effort to escape.
The troops responded swiftly, neutralising him on the spot.
The source added that a follow-up operation was ongoing in the general area to apprehend his collaborators and recover additional weapons linked to the group.
Security officials have maintained increased presence in Barkin Ladi to prevent reprisal attacks and ensure the continued safety of residents.
Troops neutralise armed militia leader Babawo Badoo in Barkin Ladi, Plateau State
Crime
Gunmen kill two in Jos South community

Gunmen kill two in Jos South community
By: Zagazola Makama
Gunmen have killed two persons in an attack on Darong community in Gyero village, Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Sources said that the incident in a statement issued to newsmen in Jos on Tuesday night.
Sources said the incident occurred at about 8:00 p.m. on Oct. 21, when some unidentified gunmen invaded the community and began shooting sporadically.
“In the process, one Pam Choji and one other unidentified male sustained gunshot injuries. Upon receiving the distress call, the Divisional Police Officer, ‘B’ Division Bukuru, led a team of operatives to the scene and evacuated the victims to the Plateau State Specialist Hospital for medical attention,” the statement said.
According to the source, the victims were confirmed dead on arrival by the doctor on duty.
The sources further said reinforcement comprising army troops, police personnel had been deployed to the area to restore calm and prevent further breakdown of law and order.
He added that the command had launched a manhunt for the perpetrators and urged residents to provide credible information to assist security agencies in their investigation.
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