Troops Intercept Vehicle Conveying Suspected Stolen Livestock in Kebbi
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of the 8 Division Nigerian Army, in collaboration with members of the Forest Guards, have intercepted a vehicle conveying suspected stolen livestock during a fighting patrol in Arewa Local Government Area of Kebbi State.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the interception occurred at about 6:28 a.m. on July 7 along the Kangiwa–Kamba Road, where the joint patrol team was conducting routine security operations.
According to the sources, the troops stopped a suspicious vehicle and recovered 14 goats, four rams, one mobile phone and ₦17,600 in cash.
The suspects were immediately apprehended and handed over to the Nigeria Police Force for further investigation and necessary legal action, while the recovered livestock and other exhibits were also transferred as part of the case.
Security sources said the operation forms part of sustained efforts by security agencies to combat livestock rustling and other criminal activities threatening rural communities in Kebbi State and the wider North-West region.
