Troops of Operation Enduring Peace, OPEP, have neutralised a suspected bandits following an attack on security personnel during a clearance operation in Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State.

This was made known in a post on X by Zagazola Makama, a counter-insurgency and security expert in the Lake Chad region.

Zagazola stated that the operation was conducted at about 7:00 a.m. on June 26 following credible reports on the activities of armed livestock rustlers around the Gero high grounds in Jos South LGA.

He noted that during the operation, the troops intercepted a herd of cattle allegedly grazing on cultivated farmland.

According to him, the troops came under sporadic gunfire from suspected militia shortly after the interception.

He added that troops responded by holding their position and calling for reinforcements.

The security expert further revealed that additional troops from Sector 3 at Rafin Bauna, alongside other reinforcements led by the Commander of Sector 6, swiftly mobilised to the area and engaged the attackers in a firefight.

“During the encounter, one suspected bandit was neutralised, while others fled the scene.

“A search of the area led to the recovery of two mobile phones and the sum of N14,000, believed to have been abandoned by the fleeing suspects.

“The intercepted cattle were moved to a safe location for further necessary action.

“Troops have continued clearance operations and domination patrols across the area to forestall further attacks and deny criminal elements freedom of action in Plateau State,” he said.

The Department of State Services (DSS) has released a farmer, Nura Idris, after an investigation revealed he never worked with the Boko Haram insurgent group.
According to Daily Nigerian, DSS Director-General, Oluwatosin Adeola Ajayi ordered Idris’ release and approved a payment of N3m to help him rebuild his life and business.

Idris, a farmer and herder from Soba Local Government Area of Kaduna State, was arrested in Suleja, Niger State, in 2024 over allegations of having ties to terrorists before he was handed over to the DSS.

A review panel set up by the DSS found no evidence connecting him to terrorist activities, leading to an immediate order for his release.

Speaking after regaining his freedom, Idris praised the DSS leadership for the way he was treated while in detention. He said the money given to him would help him restart his life.

Security sources said the DSS is reviewing old cases involving people who have been held for long to ensure that innocent individuals are not kept in custody unnecessarily.

Reports also said that more than 30 people whose cases were reviewed have received over N300m in compensation, as the DSS says the exercise reflects its commitment to protecting citizens’ rights while safeguarding national security.

A 16-year-old boy simply identified as Amir has reportedly died after he was allegedly stabbed by his friend following a disagreement in the Gama area of Nassarawa Local Government Area of Kano State.
According to Arewa Updates, the incident occurred on Thursday night after an altercation between the two teenagers.

The report said the suspect allegedly stabbed Amir in the neck during the dispute, inflicting injuries that proved fatal.

The deceased was buried on Friday in accordance with Islamic rites, with family members, friends and residents of the community turning out to pay their last respects.

Amir, who worked as a tailor, was described by community members as a well-behaved and hardworking young man who enjoyed a good reputation.

As of the time of filing this report, the Kano State Police Command had not issued an official statement on the incident, and it was unclear whether any arrest has been made.