Troops conduct wet-season clearance patrols across communities in Yobe

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have intensified wet-season clearance operations across several communities in Yobe State, engaging residents and conducting patrols to gather information on the activities of suspected terrorists.

The operations were conducted on Monday, Aug. 24, 2026, by troops of the 233 Tank Battalion deployed at Forward Operating Base (FOB) Babangida, in conjunction with members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF).

According to sources, the first patrol comprised 23 soldiers and CJTF personnel mounted on three gun trucks.

The troops conducted clearance operations around Jallingo, Mongono and Dushi villages, where they interacted with local residents, community leaders, farmers and herders.

The engagements were aimed at obtaining information on suspected terrorist activities and movements within the communities.

The troops, however, made no contact with terrorists during the operation and returned to base at about 3:01 p.m.

In a separate operation, the battalion’s Quick Reaction Force (QRF), comprising 24 soldiers mounted on two gun trucks, conducted another patrol from about 9 a.m.

The patrol covered Kalalawa, Jolowa, Ngarbiya and Sindiri villages, as well as sections of the Damaturu–Sasawa road axis.

The troops dominated the general area through a combination of mounted and dismounted patrols, maintaining security presence along the communities and road corridors.

No contact with terrorists was recorded during the second operation, with the troops returning to base at about 3:30 p.m.

The sustained patrols are part of Operation Hadin Kai’s wet-season clearance operations aimed at denying terrorist elements freedom of movement, protecting communities and maintaining security along key routes in the North-East.

The military said troops also continued to leverage interactions with farmers, herders and community leaders to strengthen intelligence gathering and early warning mechanisms.

Troops conduct wet-season clearance patrols across communities in Yobe

Two fulani herders arrested after attack on farmers in Plateau

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Sector 8, Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), deployed at Sabon Layi under Operation Hard Knock, have arrested two suspected herders following an alleged attack on residents harvesting crops in Sabon Layi village, Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State.

According to sources, the incident occurred at about 1:30 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 24, 2026, when the troops responded to a distress call over an attack allegedly carried out by Fulani herders.

The sources said that upon arrival at the location, the troops found an elderly woman with injuries sustained during the incident.

The troops arrested two suspected herders, while other members of the group reportedly fled the area.

The injured woman was evacuated to the Missionary Hospital in Sabon Layi for medical attention.

The suspects were subsequently handed over to the Keystone Mangu Divisional Police Command for further investigation and necessary legal action.

Security forces are continuing efforts to maintain peace and prevent further escalation in the area.

Two fulani herders arrested after attack on farmers in Plateau

Berom militia allegedly kill 21 cows in targeted attack in Riyom, Plateau

By: Zagazola Makama

Twenty-one cows belonging to a herder have allegedly been killed by suspected Berom militia in targeted attack in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State.

The incident reportedly occurred at about 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2026, in the Bangai area of Riyom.

The livestock were said to belong to Alhaji Jeji Abdullahi, a resident of Bangai Village.

Sources said the animals were allegedly killed by armed men identified as Berom militia from Torok Village.

The incident has raised fresh concerns over the safety of pastoralists and their livestock in parts of Riyom, amid recurring tensions between farming and herding communities.

The development is also likely to heighten concerns over the destruction of livelihoods and the potential for retaliatory attacks if not promptly addressed by security authorities.

Security agencies are expected to investigate the incident, identify those responsible and take appropriate legal action to prevent further escalation.

Community leaders have also been urged to encourage restraint and peaceful resolution of disputes while authorities work to establish the circumstances surrounding the killing of the livestock.

Berom militia allegedly kill 21 cows in targeted attack in Riyom, Plateau