Nigerian Troops Apprehend Cattle Rustlers in Plateau State, Seize Cache of Weapons

Nigerian troops have successfully conducted an intelligence-led operation in Plateau State, leading to the apprehension of two notorious cattle rustlers and the recovery of a significant cache of arms and ammunition. The action, carried out by the 3 Division of the Nigerian Army in collaboration with the Joint Task Force Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), took place on Thursday, September 11, 2025, in Kogul, Mangu Local Government Area.Major Samson Zhakom, Media Information Officer for the task force, confirmed the arrests and the success of the operation, which was executed based on superior intelligence. The raid on the suspects’ hideouts yielded several exhibits, includingOne AK-47 rifle and one magazine

One fabricated revolver rifle

Ten rounds of 7.62 mm (special) ammunition

One mobile phone and a sum of cash

The military stated that the operation is a crucial part of ongoing efforts to curb the menace of cattle rustling, a criminal activity that frequently triggers communal crisesin the region. The arrested suspects and the recovered items have been taken into custody for thorough investigation. Zhakom further noted that follow-up operations are underway to track down and arrest other members of the criminal syndicate.