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OPEP Troops Raid Militia Hideout in Plateau, Arrest Suspect, Neutralise Another 

By Zagazola Makama 

Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have arrested a suspected militia member and neutralised another during a raid on Lugere Village in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State.

Security sources said the operation was conducted at about 4:12 a.m. on Oct. 17, 2026, by troops of Sector 4 of OPEP.
During the raid, the troops apprehended one suspected militia member and recovered a motorcycle.

Another suspected militia member was reportedly neutralised after attempting to escape during the operation.

The arrested suspect is undergoing further exploitation to obtain information that could assist security forces in identifying and apprehending other members of the suspected gang.

The operation forms part of ongoing efforts by OPEP to track down armed groups and disrupt their activities across Plateau State.

Security authorities have continued to pursue intelligence-led operations aimed at improving security and protecting communities affected by recurring violence in the state.