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Troops of Operation Enduring Peace have killed five suspected terrorists and arrested a suspected kidnapper while dismantling several criminal hideouts in Plateau State.

In a statement, the spokesman of the Joint Task Force Operation Enduring Peace, Captain Chinonso Oteh, said troops carried out intensive clearance operations on Saturday in Babangida, Adua, and Bokayi villages within the Dutsen Zaki forest.

The operations, conducted in partnership with local vigilantes, targeted insurgent corridors in Wase, Qua’an Pan, and Shendam local government areas.

“The superior firepower of the troops resulted in the immediate neutralisation of two suspects, while several others retreated into the dense forest with various degrees of gunshot wounds,” he said.

“Following the initial arrests, troops moved to locate and dismantle the suspects’ hideout, and during this manoeuvre, the unit came under heavy fire from the terrorists’ associates. Amidst the ensuing chaos, three of the four apprehended suspects attempted to escape and were subsequently neutralized by the adversary’s own gunfire.

“While patrolling the Babangida-Adua road, the joint team engaged armed terrorists in a fierce gun battle,” Oteh said.

He said troops recovered weapons and ammunition from the scene, including a locally made firearm and over 100 rounds of 7.62mm ammunition.

The latest operations came amid a series of violent incidents across Plateau State, including the killings in Angwan Rukuba, Jos North, and subsequent attacks in other areas.

Recently, three people were killed in an ambush in Jos South, a situation triggering growing concerns from residents and rights groups over recurring violence.

Security agencies have since increased deployments and launched clearance operations in suspected criminal hideouts across the state.

The renewed military action also follows President Bola Tinubu’s recent visit to Plateau, where he assured residents that the killings would not recur and directed security agencies to intensify efforts to restore peace.

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A man, Ayinla, has told the Grade A Customary Court sitting at Mapo, Ibadan, Oyo State, that he paid N2,000 as his ‘talkative’ wife’s bride price and she has stopped cooking for him.

His wife, Mosunmola, had brought him to the court, accusing him of living an irresponsible lifestyle.

She alleged that Ayinla consistently neglected his responsibilities at home and showed little concern for her well-being and that of their children.

She further claimed that he led a reckless life, often returning home late at night after she and the children had already gone to bed.

The plaintiff stated that their relationship was fraught with frequent quarrels, leading to several separations.

She explained that she eventually left the marriage when she could no longer endure the strain.

Mosunmola, therefore, urged the court to grant her custody of their children and to compel her husband to take responsibility for their welfare.

In his response, Ayinla agreed to the dissolution of their marriage, alleging that Mosunmola had stopped cooking for him and neglected his welfare.

He also described her as talkative, a trait he found intolerable.

The defendant further claimed that the plaintiff showed him no respect and frequently insulted him.

Mosunmola, in her testimony, said, “My husband and I never got along throughout the time we were together, which led to my decision to leave.“

“He neither paid my bride price nor fulfilled the required traditional marital rites.

“We made no meaningful progress for the eight years our union lasted.  Neither did we possess any property.

“My husband was indifferent to my welfare and that of our children.

“He was often absent and always returned home late at night after everyone had gone to bed.

“I single-handedly took care of our children’s needs and gave in-depth attention to their feeding and schooling.

“All that he knew to do was to beat me. We lived separately on many occasions, but we were always reconciled because I hoped he would change, but his behaviour got worse.

“I pray the court to grant me custody of our children and my husband be responsible for their feeding and education.

Ayinla, responding, said. “My wife is a liar. I paid N2,000 as her bride price.

“My wife lacks morals and has been a poor role model for our children.

“She refused to cook for me and would instead tell me to give the children money to prepare my meals.

“My wife is talkative, and I dislike this about her.

“She sometimes said inappropriate things, which often landed her in trouble.

“Our marriage ended when she moved out of my house.”

The court president, Mrs S.M Akintayo, adjourned the case for judgment.

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The Jigawa State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a 27-year-old man, Kabiru Nuhu, who allegedly set his 60-year-old father ablaze in Kazaure Local Government Area.

The victim identified as Nuhu Bakanike, d!ed after the incident which occurred in Kazaure Local Government Area of the state.

The spokesperson of the command, SP Shiisu Lawan Adam, who confirmed the incident in a statement on April 5, 2026 said preliminary investigations revealed that the suspect, Kabiru Nuhu, poured petrol on his father’s body and set him ablaze.

According to the PPRO, the incident occurred on April 1, in Magama Quarters, Kazaure town.

“The Jigawa State Police Command has recorded a tragic and deeply disturbing incident that occurred in Kazaure Local Government Area, involving the alleged k!lling of a father by his biological son,” the statement read.

“On 01st April, 2026, at about 0630hrs, the Command received a report from Lokon Malamai, via Magama Quarters in Kazaure town, that a 60-year-old was engulfed by fire suspiciously ignited by an unknown person.

“On receipt of the report, the team of policemen responded promptly, and the victim was rushed to the nearest hospital.

“Preliminary investigations revealed that, on the same date at about 0600hrs, an unidentified person poured a reasonable quantity of a flammable item, suspected to be petrol, on the victim’s body and set him ablaze”.

“In-depth surveillance and investigation led to the arrest of one Kabiru Nuhu ‘m’ age 27yrs of the same address, who happened to be the biological son of the victim with several fresh fire burns and wounds on his forehead, arms, and toes.

“The victim was later referred to the higher medical center for intensive treatment but sadly succumbed to the injuries sustained while receiving treatment.

“The suspect is currently in custody and will be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department, Dutse, for discreet investigation and diligent prosecution.

“The Commissioner of Police, Jigawa State Command, CP Haruna Alaba Yahaya, psc, mnips, condemns in strong terms this heinous act and assures the public that justice will be served.

“He further calls on residents to seek peaceful means of resolving disputes and to report any signs of domestic violence or conflict to the nearest police station.

“The Command also urges members of the public to remain calm and cooperate with the police as investigations continue.

“Further developments will be communicated in due course.