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Troops foil kidnap attempt, rescue victim in Kaduna

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Troops foil kidnap attempt, rescue victim in Kaduna

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of 1 Division Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have foiled a kidnap attempt and rescued a civilian in Sanga Local Government Area of Kaduna State.

Security sources told Zagazola that the incident occurred in the early hours of April 26 at about 3:00 a.m., when troops on night patrol at Sanga responded to reports of sporadic gunshots along Ungwan Mohammadu village road.

The sources said the troops swiftly moved to the scene and made contact with suspected kidnappers, engaging them in a firefight that forced the criminals to flee.

According to the sources, one civilian who sustained gunshot wounds during the incident was rescued by the troops.

The victim was immediately evacuated to Confidence Hospital in Fadan Karshi for medical attention and is currently receiving treatment.

The sources added that troops have intensified patrols and are conducting follow-up operations to track down the fleeing suspects and prevent further attacks in the area.

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Troops Intervene in Farm Destruction Dispute in Jos East, Invite Farmer and Suspected Herder for Settlement

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Troops Intervene in Farm Destruction Dispute in Jos East, Invite Farmer and Suspected Herder for Settlement

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Sector 1, Sub-Sector 12, Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), have intervened in a reported farm destruction incident involving a farmer and a herder in Kerker village, Jos East Local Government Area of Plateau State.

Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred at about 3:30 p.m. on Nov. 5, 2026, when troops deployed at Zarazong responded to a report of destruction of farmland belonging to 45-year-old Mrs Emily Musa.

The alleged perpetrator was identified as 35-year-old herder, Hussaini Abubakar.
On arrival at the scene, the troops invited both parties for an amicable settlement of the dispute.

The intervention was aimed at preventing the disagreement from escalating and maintaining peaceful coexistence between farmers and herders in the community.

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Troops Raid Suspected Kidnappers’ Enclave in Kogi, Recover Ammunition and Motorcycles

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Troops Raid Suspected Kidnappers’ Enclave in Kogi, Recover Ammunition and Motorcycles

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have raided a suspected kidnappers’ enclave in Edimogbo Forest, Igalamela/Odolu Local Government Area of Kogi State, forcing the criminals to flee.

Security sources said the offensive operation was conducted at about 7:00 a.m. on November 2, 2026, by troops of Sector 3, operating from Anyigba.

The troops reportedly engaged the suspected kidnappers during the operation, compelling them to abandon their hideout and escape.

Items recovered from the enclave included 1,000 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, seven bandoliers, six motorcycles and other sundry items.

The recovered items have been taken into military custody for further action.
Security sources said the operation was part of ongoing efforts to dismantle criminal hideouts, disrupt kidnapping networks and restore security across the area.

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Troops Foil Farmers-Herders Clash in Bassa, Two Injured

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Troops Foil Farmers-Herders Clash in Bassa, Two Injured

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have intervened to prevent a farmers-herders clash over alleged farmland encroachment in Rewienku Village, Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State.

Security sources said the incident occurred at about 2:15 p.m. on November 3, 2026, following a report of a confrontation involving farmers and herders over alleged encroachment on farmland belonging to Mrs Esther Sunday and Mr Sunday Danjuma.

The sources said troops of Sector 3, OPEP, mobilised to the area but came under fire from suspected armed Fulani militia members reportedly hiding among rocks around Katome.

The suspected attackers reportedly fled towards Kissado community with their cattle as troops advanced and carried out further security checks in the area.

Two people, identified as a farmer, Mr John Danjuma, and a herder, Mr Ibrahim Waziri, sustained injuries during the incident.
The victims were evacuated to Enos Hospital, Miango, and 3 DMSH, respectively, for medical attention.

Troops subsequently dominated the general area to prevent further escalation and possible reprisal attacks.

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