Troops Intercept About 1,000 Stray Cattle After Alleged Destruction of Proposed Grazing Area in Plateau
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 8 under Operation Enduring Peace have intercepted an estimated 1,000 cattle after responding to reports of the destruction of a proposed grazing area and surrounding settlements in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the troops were mobilised at about 9:00 a.m. on Aug. 6 following complaints that suspected Fulani herders had damaged a proposed grazing location around the Alohom general area.
On arrival, the troops discovered an estimated 1,000 cattle roaming the area without any herders in attendance.
The sources said security personnel also found items at the location indicating that the herders had spent the night in the area before abandoning the livestock and fleeing.
The cattle were subsequently moved to a secure location pending further administrative and legal action.
Security sources added that the leadership of the Fulani community in the area has been summoned for a meeting as part of efforts to identify the owners of the livestock, address the incident and prevent further tensions.
The interception is part of ongoing measures by Operation Enduring Peace to curb farmer-herder conflicts and maintain peace in Plateau State, while investigations into the reported destruction and ownership of the cattle continue.
Troops Arrests Fulani Youth Leader Over Terror Attack in Kaduna Community
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 7 under Operation Enduring Peace have arrested a Fulani youth leader in connection with a recent terrorist attack on Naridon Community in Kauru Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the suspect, identified as Zakari Yahu Adamu, was apprehended at about 4:00 p.m. on Aug. 6 at Fadan Chanwe in Kauru LGA following ongoing investigations into the attack.
According to the sources, Zakari Yahu Adamu is a Fulani youth leader in the area and is being investigated over his alleged connection to the recent terrorist incident at Naridon Community.
The suspect is currently in custody, while investigators continue efforts to establish his level of involvement and identify other individuals linked to the attack.
Security sources said the arrest is part of sustained intelligence-led operations by Operation Enduring Peace to track down those responsible for violent attacks and strengthen security across affected communities in Kaduna State.
Troops Rescue Injured Farmer, Seize 27 Cattle After Violent Herdersโ Attacks in Plateau
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 8, Operation Enduring Peace have rescued an injured farmer and confiscated 27 cattle following separate incidents involving suspected violent herders in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the first incident occurred at about 4:05 p.m. on Aug. 3 when troops deployed at Komtul responded to a distress call over an attack on a farmer, Kopdi Istifanus, at his farmland in Maraban Village, Pushit District.
The sources said the troopsโ swift intervention forced the suspected herders to flee, while the injured farmer was rescued and evacuated to Miton Clinic, Pushit, for medical treatment.
In a related development at about 6:57 p.m. the same day, troops responded to another report of herders allegedly attacking farmers across the Bwor River in Mangu LGA.
On arrival, the troops reportedly sighted some herders chasing farmers away from their farmlands while armed with knives.
According to the sources, the situation became violent when the herders allegedly attempted to attack the troops with a knife during efforts to restore order.
The troops consequently fired two rounds of 7.62 x 39mm special ammunition to subdue the assailants, who abandoned the knife and fled the scene, leaving behind their livestock.
Security personnel recovered the knife and confiscated 27 cattle belonging to the fleeing herders for further necessary action.
Troops are maintaining dominance in the general area, while efforts are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing suspects and prevent further attacks on farming communities.
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Troops clear suspected terrorist hideouts in Yobe, deny insurgents freedom of movement
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Joint Task Force North-East, Operation HADIN KAI, have conducted a clearance operation in Geidam Local Government Area of Yobe State following intelligence on the suspected convergence of terrorists in the area.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the operation was carried out at about 2:10 p.m. on Aug. 1 by troops of B Company, Kanama, 159 Task Force Battalion, supported by members of the National Forest Guards.
The sources said the troops, mounted on one Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicle and three gun trucks, advanced to Garin Gada village and Bulagra village to clear the area and deny terrorists freedom of action.
Although no contact was made with suspected insurgents during the operation, troops thoroughly searched the locations as part of ongoing efforts to disrupt terrorist activities and prevent the establishment of hideouts.
According to the sources, interactions with residents of both communities indicated that there were no Boko Haram camps within the immediate vicinity. However, the locals disclosed that terrorist elements occasionally passed through the villages for administrative and logistical purposes.
After completing the clearance mission, the troops returned safely to base at about 4:37 p.m.
Military sources said the operation forms part of sustained offensive efforts under Operation HADIN KAI to dominate vulnerable areas and prevent terrorists from regrouping across the North-East.
They added that the overall security situation across the theatre remains calm but unpredictable, while troops continue to maintain high morale and operational readiness.
Troops foil mass abduction in Borno, rescue 31 travellers and recover four vehicles
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have foiled a mass abduction by suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists along the BurataiโKamuya road in Biu Local Government Area of Borno State, rescuing 31 kidnapped travellers and recovering four vehicles.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred at about 3:45 p.m. on July 31, when troops of the 135 Special Forces Battalion deployed at Echo 1, Dutsen Kura, detected suspicious movement on a closed-circuit television (CCTV) surveillance system.
The sources said the CCTV footage showed suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists abducting civilians travelling in four civilian vehicles along the BurataiโKamuya road.
Acting swiftly, the battalionโs Quick Reaction Force (QRF) launched a pursuit of the terrorists toward the MangariโDora general area, where they made contact with the fleeing insurgents.
According to the sources, the troops engaged the terrorists in a firefight, forcing them to abandon the kidnapped victims and the four vehicles before fleeing into nearby bush paths in disarray.
The operation led to the rescue of 31 civilians, comprising 22 men, five women and four children, without casualties among the hostages or the troops.
The soldiers also recovered one motorcycle abandoned by the fleeing terrorists.
Following the rescue, troops dominated the area and conducted further exploitation operations but made no additional contact with the insurgents.
The rescued civilians, along with the four recovered vehicles and other personal belongings, were escorted to Buratai, where they were reunited and allowed to continue their journey.
Military sources said no casualties were recorded among the troops, while no confirmed terrorist casualties were observed during the engagement.
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