Troops foil Berom Militia attack, recover locally fabricated gun in Plateau

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Sector 4, Sub-Sector 41, Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), have foiled an attack by Berom militia at Zakaret Village in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State.

Zagazola Makama reports that the incident occurred at about 9 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 3, when troops deployed at Ankwil 2 Guard Location responded to reports of gunshots at the residence of Mr Mubarak Shuaibu.

The troops’ prompt intervention forced the attackers to abandon their mission and flee the area.

During an exploitation of the scene, the troops found Shuaibu with a gunshot wound to his right leg.

The troops also recovered one locally fabricated gun allegedly abandoned by the fleeing attackers.

The injured victim was evacuated to a clinic in Kurra Falls for medical treatment.

The recovered weapon is currently in the custody of the troops for further action, while efforts are ongoing to track and apprehend the fleeing suspects.

Troops foil Berom Militia attack, recover locally fabricated gun in Plateau

Armed militia attack leaves one injured, another dead in Plateau

By: Zagazola Makama

One person has been killed and another injured after suspected armed militias attacked two locals returning from mining activities between Gaude and Mangu Halle in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State.

Zagazola Makama reports that the incident occurred at about 8:10 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 3.

Troops of Sector 8, Sub-Sector 81, deployed at Gyambwas, responded to a distress report on the attack and moved to the area.

On arrival, the troops found one of the victims, identified as Mr Lanyet Bala, with a gunshot wound to his leg, while the attackers had fled the scene.

The troops subsequently launched a search-and-rescue operation for the second victim, identified as Mr Kwonan.

During the operation, the troops discovered Kwonan’s remains within the general area.

The injured victim was evacuated to Allah Nakowa Hospital, Mangu, for medical treatment.

Meanwhile, troops are currently dominating the area and conducting offensive operations and a manhunt for the fleeing attackers.

Security sources said efforts are ongoing to track down the perpetrators and bring them to justice.

Armed militia attack leaves one injured, another dead in Plateau

1 Division GOC organises musical therapy for wounded soldiers in Kaduna

By: Zagazola Makama

The General Officer Commanding (GOC) 1 Division Nigerian Army and Commander, Sector 1 Joint Task Force, Operation Fansan Yamma, Maj.-Gen. Abubakar Sadique Muhammed Wase, has organised a musical entertainment programme for sick and wounded soldiers at the 44 Nigerian Army Reference Hospital Kaduna (44 NARHK).

The event, held on Thursday, Sept. 3, was organised in line with the Chief of Army Staff’s Command Philosophy and the Nigerian Army’s Soldier First Culture.

Zagazola Makama reports that the initiative was aimed at boosting the morale of recovering personnel and providing psychosocial support to soldiers undergoing treatment for injuries and other combat-related conditions.

The engagement was also designed to create a relaxed and positive environment to support the emotional and psychological recovery of personnel who had endured the rigours of frontline operations.

The recuperating soldiers turned out in large numbers to participate in the programme, which featured live musical performances by the 1 Division Band led by Lt.-Col. S.C. Enwemuche.

The performance created an atmosphere of relaxation, camaraderie and joy, providing the wounded personnel with a welcome break from their routine treatment and recovery.

Some of the beneficiaries expressed appreciation to the GOC for the gesture, describing it as an indication that the welfare and wellbeing of soldiers remained a priority under the leadership.

They also appealed for the programme to be sustained and organised regularly to help maintain the morale of personnel undergoing treatment.

The event ended with refreshments, live band performances and group photographs with the soldiers.

1 Division GOC organises musical therapy for wounded soldiers in Kaduna