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SAA event in Jos South, Rigochongo area, Nigeria on Sun 17th May 2026

17th May 2026

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Troops Foil Cattle Rustling Attempt in Plateau Border Community

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Sector 3 of Operation Enduring Peace have foiled an attempted cattle rustling operation by unidentified armed men in a border community between Bassa and Jos South Local Government Areas of Plateau State.

Security sources said the incident occurred at about 11:50 p.m. on May 17, 2026, following reports of sporadic gunshots around Rigochongo village.

According to the sources, troops swiftly mobilised to the area and discovered that the gunfire emanated from a group of armed men attempting to rustle cattle within the community.

The attackers reportedly abandoned the operation and fled the area upon the arrival of security personnel.

Authorities said no casualty was recorded during the incident, while security patrols and surveillance had been intensified in the area to prevent further criminal activities.

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