Zig Diaries Defence
Date: Thursday, 11 September 2025
Time: 11:00 WAT
Location: 📍 Mangu, Plateau State, Nigeria
The raid, carried out on Thursday 11 September 2025 in Kogul Village, Mangu LGA, is a key move in dismantling criminal networks behind cattle rustling, a recurring trigger of violent clashes in the region.
According to a statement by the Media Information Officer, JTF Operation ENDURING PEACE, Major Samson Nantip Zhakom, the operation led to the recovery of one AK-47 rifle, one AK-47 magazine, a fabricated revolver rifle, ten rounds of 7.62mm (Special) ammunition, a mobile phone, and cash.
The arrested suspects and seized items are in custody for further investigation, while follow-up operations are underway to track down other members of the syndicate.
Major Zhakom stressed that the arrest represents a significant step in tackling the root causes of crisis in the Joint Operations Area, adding that troops remain committed to sustaining peace and security across Plateau State.
Fact-Check & Background Context
Cattle rustling has long been a driver of violent conflict in Plateau State and other parts of North Central Nigeria, often escalating into farmer-herder clashes.
Operation ENDURING PEACE was launched in 2022 to restore stability in Plateau and Bauchi States, combining kinetic operations against armed groups with non-kinetic efforts such as community engagement and humanitarian support.
🏷️ Tags: Cattle Rustling, Plateau State, Nigerian Army, Operation Enduring Peace, Arms Recovery, Mangu Crisis, Farmer-Herder Conflict, Security Operations
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