Troops Arrest Suspected Notorious Mwaghavul Militia Member After Brutally Killing Herder In Targeted Killing in Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have arrested a notorious Mwaghavul militia member identified as Karfe in connection with the killing of a Fulani herder along the Lamor–Gohotkung road in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State.
The arrest was made at about 6:30 p.m. on Oct. 27, 2026, by troops of Sector 8 OPEP, who were conducting a manhunt for the suspected assailants following the earlier attack.
The herder was reportedly killed in an ambush along the Lamor–Gohotkung road, prompting security agencies to launch efforts to track down those responsible.
According to sources , the arrested suspect, identified as Karfe, was among those linked to the incident.
The suspect was also reportedly on the wanted list of security agencies over other similar targeted killings in the area.
He is currently in custody for further investigation and interrogation to establish his alleged involvement in the killing and possible connections to other criminal activities.
The arrest comes amid ongoing security operations aimed at addressing militia violence, protecting lives and preventing further attacks in Mangu and other parts of Plateau State.
Authorities are expected to continue investigations and efforts to apprehend other suspects linked to the incident.
