Two soldiers attached to the 63 Brigade of the Nigerian Army have lost their lives in a road accident in Oshimili South Local Government Area of Delta State.

It was gathered that the driver involved in the crash is currently under investigation after reportedly testing positive for hard drugs.

A post shared on X by security analyst Zagazola Makama said that military sources disclosed that the incident occurred on May 30 along 74 Road in Oshimili South, prompting an immediate response from troops following reports of the accident.

Earlier findings revealed that the two soldiers were travelling on a motorcycle when they were hit by a vehicle.

The victims were swiftly evacuated to the 63 Brigade Medical Centre for urgent medical attention. However, medical personnel confirmed them dead on arrival.

Following the incident, security operatives arrested the driver of the vehicle involved in the crash.

“Sources said the suspect was subjected to drug screening and reportedly tested positive for cannabis and cocaine,” Makama said.  

The driver has since been handed over to the 63 Provost Company for further investigation and necessary action.

Furthermore, the bodies of the deceased soldiers have been deposited at the morgue of the Asaba Specialist Hospital pending further arrangements.

“Authorities have commenced investigations to determine the circumstances surrounding the accident,” Makama added.  

Troops of 12 Brigade operating under Operation MESA have neutralised a suspected terrorist and recovered arms and ammunition during an ambush operation in Lokoja Local Government Area of Kogi State.

A counter-insurgency and security expert in the Lake Chad region, Zagazola Makama, disclosed this in a post on X.

Makama stated that the operation was conducted following credible intelligence on the activities of suspected terrorists around Jakura 2 community.

He noted that troops responded to the information and laid an ambush along a suspected terrorist crossing point on the old Obajana–Tajimi Road in the early hours of the operation.

According to him, during the encounter, one suspected terrorist was neutralised while others reportedly fled the scene.

The security expert stressed that items recovered from the operation included one AK-47 rifle, five magazines, three of which were loaded with a total of 70 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, a bandolier and a mobile phone.

He described the operation as part of ongoing efforts to disrupt criminal and terrorist activities within the brigade’s area of responsibility.

“Troops have continued domination patrols in the area to prevent the movement of criminal elements and enhance security for residents.

“The recovered items are expected to aid further intelligence and investigative efforts,” he said.

The Zamfara State Police Command has arrested three suspected members of an armed criminal gang allegedly responsible for terrorising residents of Kasuwan Daji in Kaura Namoda Local Government Area.

The command’s spokesperson, DSP Yazid Abubakar, disclosed this in a statement on Saturday, stating that the suspects were apprehended during a targeted operation carried out by operatives of the Violence Crime Response Unit (VCRU) on May 29, 2026.

According to the statement, the operation was launched following credible intelligence on the activities of the gang, which had been under police surveillance due to its alleged involvement in a series of criminal incidents in the area.

The suspects were identified as Ali Bahago of Danakulu via Kasuwan Daji, Hassan Dan Kure of Kasuwan Daji, and Dahiru Lawali of Gidan Ango.

“Preliminary investigations revealed that the suspects are members of an armed criminal syndicate allegedly led by Ali Bahago, who has been linked to several criminal activities within the area,” Abubakar stated.

The police said one member of the gang was neutralised during the operation, while a search of the residence of the alleged gang leader led to the recovery of weapons and other exhibits believed to be connected to the group’s activities.

The arrested suspects are currently in police custody as investigations continue.

The command further stated that efforts are underway to apprehend other fleeing members of the gang and recover additional exhibits.

“The Zamfara State Police Command remains committed to ensuring the safety and security of residents and will continue to intensify operations against criminal elements across the state,” the statement added.