Nigerian troops have apprehended two individuals suspected of attacking a vigilante group and setting their office ablaze in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State. The arrest was made at approximately 1:40 a.m. on October 27, 2026, in the NEPA area of Jos North. According to Capt. Chinonso Polycarp Oteh, Media Information Officer of Operation Enduring Peace, the suspects were arrested by troops of Sector 1.
The arrest follows allegations that the suspects were involved in the attack on the vigilante members and the subsequent fire that destroyed their office. The suspects are currently in custody for further investigation and possible action. Oteh stated that the arrest is part of ongoing efforts by Operation Enduring Peace to tackle criminal activities and maintain peace across Plateau State.
Oteh emphasized that security personnel will continue to intensify operations aimed at identifying and apprehending individuals involved in acts capable of undermining peace and security in the state. The military and other security agencies are urging members of the public to cooperate by providing timely and credible information that could assist in preventing criminal activities and apprehending suspects.
The public's continued cooperation and support are crucial to the efforts to maintain peace and security across the state. Oteh stressed that the military is committed to working with other security agencies to ensure the safety and security of citizens. The arrest of the two suspects is a significant development in the efforts to maintain peace in Plateau State.
Operation Enduring Peace has been working to address various security challenges in Plateau State. The operation's efforts have led to the arrest of several suspects and the disruption of various criminal activities. The military's commitment to maintaining peace and security in the state has been reaffirmed through the arrest of the two suspects.
The incident highlights the importance of community cooperation in addressing security challenges. The military's call for members of the public to provide information that could assist in preventing criminal activities and apprehending suspects is a significant step towards ensuring the safety and security of citizens. The arrest of the two suspects demonstrates the military's resolve to tackle security challenges in Plateau State.
The investigation into the attack on the vigilante group and the subsequent fire that destroyed their office is ongoing. The suspects will face necessary action if found guilty. The military's efforts to maintain peace and security in Plateau State are ongoing, with a focus on identifying and apprehending individuals involved in acts capable of undermining peace and security in the state.
Key points
- Two suspects arrested over attack on vigilante group in Jos
- Arrest part of Operation Enduring Peace's efforts to tackle criminal activities
- Military urges public cooperation in providing information to prevent criminal activities
