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Troops Foil Fresh Violence as Armed Youths Attack Fulani Settlement in Plateau
Troops Foil Fresh Violence as Armed Youths Attack Fulani Settlement in Plateau
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Safe Haven (OPSH) on Saturday averted what could have been another violent episode in Plateau State after suspected armed Berom youths attacked a Fulani settlement in Tanjol Village, Riyom Local Government Area.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the attack, which occurred at about 1:00 p.m., targeted cattle belonging to Fulani herders. Three cows were shot one killed and two severely injured in an apparent act of provocation in the tense community.
In response, Fulani youths from Mahanga mobilised for a reprisal but were intercepted by troops before further violence could erupt.
During the confrontation, two Fulani youths sustained gunshot injuries, but no deaths were recorded. Troops from Sector 6 OPSH, backed by reinforcements from Sector 4 and Forward Operating Base (FOB) Gashish, swiftly intervened and dispersed the militias, who fled into nearby bushes.
Security forces, alongside police personnel, have since dominated the area with patrols to forestall escalation. Military sources also confirmed that clearance operations are ongoing in Mahanga, where the Fulani youths had mobilised.
The incident is the latest in a worrying pattern of targeted attacks in Plateau State, following recent unrest in parts of the state. Observers warn that such reprisals are taking on a more systematic and dangerous dimension.
There is growing concern that political leaders in the country, particularly from the Plateau State Government, have failed to adequately respond to the ongoing violence. Instead, their rhetoric is being blamed for inflaming tensions rather than promoting peace.
Zagazola Makama is calling for urgent action to de-escalate the crisis, including impartial enforcement of security measures and justice for all affected communities.
The security situation in Plateau remains fragile, with fears of renewed clashes if proactive steps are not taken to address the underlying issues of ethnic mistrust, and political incitement.
Troops Foil Fresh Violence as Armed Youths Attack Fulani Settlement in Plateau
Troops arrest suspect with 75 live cartridges in Awka, Anambra
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 5 Operation UDO KA have arrested a suspected criminal in Awka, Anambra State, and recovered 75 live cartridges in his possession.
Security sources said the arrest was made at about 7:00 a.m. on April 5, 2026, during a routine operation in the state capital.
The suspect was allegedly found with the ammunition concealed in his bag at the time of arrest.
During preliminary questioning, the suspect claimed he received the cartridges from a friend, while efforts are ongoing to identify and track the source of the consignment.
Authorities said the suspect is currently in custody as investigations continue.
Troops arrest suspect with 75 live cartridges in Awka, Anambra
Troops uncover illegal crude oil storage facility in Ahoada West forest in Rivers
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Joint Task Force, South-South, Operation DELTA SAFE, have uncovered an illegal crude oil storage site in the Orashi National Forest in Ahoada West Local Government Area of Rivers State.
Security sources said the discovery was made at about 9:00 a.m. on April 4, 2026, during an anti-illegal bunkering operation conducted by troops deployed at Aminigboko, alongside personnel of 103 Battalion and 16 Brigade Garrison.
During the operation, troops reportedly found two long galvanized pipes estimated at about 500 metres each, two hoses approximately 50 metres long, and a large reservoir containing stolen crude oil estimated at about 15,000 litres.
The recovered items were handled in line with the directives of Operation DELTA SAFE. Authorities said efforts are ongoing to identify and dismantle other illegal bunkering networks in the area.
Troops uncover illegal crude oil storage facility in Ahoada West forest in Rivers
Troops and Tantita operatives arrest 2 suspected oil bunkerers, recover AGO in Delta
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of 181 Amphibious Battalion, in collaboration with Tantita Security Services operatives, have arrested two suspected illegal oil bunkerers in Ndokwa West Local Government Area of Delta State.
Security sources said the suspects were apprehended at about 9:25 a.m. on April 4, 2026, around the Transpalodec Hotel junction in Kwale, following intelligence on their alleged activities.
Preliminary investigations indicated that the suspects had been on the watchlist of suspected bunkerers operating within the Kwale axis and were under surveillance prior to their arrest.
Items recovered from them included about 60 litres of Automotive Gas Oil (AGO), 32 sacks, and four mobile phones.
The suspects and recovered items were handed over to the Nigerian Police, Kwale Division, for further investigation and possible prosecution.
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