Troops Intercept 40 Cattle Over Alleged Farm Destruction in Plateau
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 4, Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), have intercepted 40 cattle following a report of farmland destruction around the BCA area of Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State.
A military source told Zagazola Makama that the troops responded to the report at about 4:00 p.m. on August 11, 2026, and mobilised to the affected area.
Upon arrival, the troops found 40 cattle grazing on the farmland, while the herders fled after sighting the security personnel.
The livestock were subsequently moved to a safe location to prevent further damage and facilitate the resolution of the incident.
Efforts are currently underway to identify and locate the owners of the cattle for further necessary action.
The intervention is part of ongoing security efforts in Plateau State to prevent farmer-herder disputes from escalating and protect agricultural communities from illegal grazing and related conflicts.
