Troops Arrest Suspected Terrorist Linked to Kaura Syndicate in Plateau, Recover AK-47 Magazine, Ammunition
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 2, Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), have arrested a suspected terrorist identified as Abubakar Ango during a stop-and-search operation in Kukawa village, Wase Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the suspect was intercepted at about 8:00 a.m. on Nov. 4, 2026, while troops were conducting a stop-and-search operation in the area.
A search conducted on the suspect led to the recovery of one AK-47 magazine, one round of 7.62mm Special ammunition, two mobile phones, quantities of substances suspected to be marijuana and other illicit drugs, as well as ₦30,000 in cash.
Preliminary interrogation reportedly revealed that Ango belonged to a suspected terrorist syndicate allegedly led by one identified as Kaura.
The suspect remains in military custody and is being interrogated to establish his level of involvement and obtain further information about the activities of the alleged syndicate.
The arrest forms part of ongoing efforts by troops of Operation Enduring Peace to disrupt criminal networks and strengthen security across Plateau State.
