Troops neutralise suspected Fulani terrorist, recover four motorcycles in Plateau
Troops Clash with Suspected Terrorists in Plateau State
KANAM, Nigeria — Troops participating in Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) neutralized a suspected Fulani terrorist during a confrontation with armed individuals on motorcycles in Wanka Village, located in the Kanam Local Government Area of Plateau State.
According to security analyst Zagazola Makama, the engagement occurred at approximately 5:30 p.m. on Monday, November 9, 2026. Troops from Sector 2 OPEP, stationed at a blocking position along the Wanka route, spotted an undetermined number of suspected terrorists approaching on several motorcycles.
The soldiers quickly responded, leveraging superior firepower to force the attackers to retreat. During the exchange, one suspected terrorist was reportedly killed. The fleeing group abandoned four Honda motorcycles and various items at the scene.
Items recovered include two mobile phones, a packet of cigarettes, and seven tablets of Tramadol. The items have been taken into military custody for further investigation, as authorities seek to establish potential connections to a wider criminal network.
