In response to escalating security threats in Plateau State, particularly in Wase Local Government Area, the Nigerian Army has deployed more than 300 troops as part of Operation Enduring Peace. This deployment comes as a relief to local communities who have been facing increasing incidents of banditry, kidnapping, and cattle rustling. The arrival of the troops was met with warm receptions from traditional leaders and local residents, reflecting the community’s desperation for enhanced security.

The timing of the troop deployment is significant, occurring just after a distressing incident in which armed assailants attacked the Dogon Ruwa community, resulting in one fatality and the kidnapping of an Imam along with six others. This incident underscores the severity of the security situation in the area, as the victims were ambushed while engaged in lawful activities, such as charcoal processing, on the outskirts of their community. Such targeted attacks have instilled fear among residents, prompting urgent calls for military intervention.

Military spokesperson Capt Chinonso Oteh confirmed the troop movements, indicating that the Chief of Army Staff approved the intervention to restore peace and security to affected regions. This strategic deployment aims to enhance the capacity of local law enforcement and reassure communities that governmental forces are actively working to combat the spate of violence that has plagued the region.