…Okon, aka 'Plane'. The other suspects were identified as Musa Kabiru, a native of Plateau State, and Victor Dickson. John said a search conducted at the residence of Okon led to the recovery of a locally-made pistol with one cartridge, a large quantity of suspected Indian hemp, a red cap bearing the inscription "Suprem…

…Peter University, Achina/Onneh, Anambra State 86. Philomath University, Abuja, FCT 87. Plateau State University, Bokkos, Plateau State 88. Nigeria Police Academy, Wudil, Kano State *(Moratorium on admission for two years with effect from 2024/2025 till 2025/2026 session as approved by the Council)* 89. Prime University…

The Federal Government has identified more than 4,000 abandoned mine pits across Plateau State as potential sites for new investments in energy, tourism and fishery, following decades of mining activities. The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, said the government was seeking private investors willing…

…during a raid on a criminal hideout at Mista-Ali in Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State. The operation was conducted at about 5:30 p.m. on August 14, 2026 following intelligence reports on the activities of suspected kidnappers operating in the area. The troops raided the identified hideout and arrested three…

…two others in an attack at Gana Ropp village in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State. Credible security sources told security analyst Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred at about 10:45 p.m. on August 14, 2026 when troops of Sector 4, Operation ENDURING PEACE (OPEP), responded to a distress report o…

…her words on Facebook with a mix of humour and admiration.Yusuf Parah wrote: "I am from Plateau State, I like Adeleke my motivational governor who always makes someone happy even if that person is in the sad mode."Isiaka Ismail Akanfe commented: "Admittance of truth... Wife of the dancing governor 😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆"Olowokigbaj…

…arrested as police uncover plot to kidnap Anglican bishops' wives in Plateau The Plateau State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of some suspects in connection with an alleged attempt to kidnap the wives of two Anglican Bishops of Jos.Security analyst Zagazola Makama had earlier reported that a clergyman, Air For…

…who was kidnapped from her residence in Dong Village, Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State. The rescue operation was conducted on August 11, 2026, following the abduction of the victim from her residence in the community. A military source told Zagazola Makama that troops launched a search operation at abou…

…a kidnapped victim during an offensive operation in Kanam Local Government Area of Plateau State. The troops rescued the victim, identified as 37-year-old Malam Adamu Umar, at about 6:45 a.m. on August 10, 2026 on the outskirts of Kukawa village in Kanam LGA. A military source told Zagazola Makama that Umar, an indigen…

…Road in Teegbe village, Miango District of Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State. The incident, according to a statement by the Publicity Secretary of Miango Youth Development Association (MYDA), Mr. Weyi Agara, occurred at about 6:30 a.m. on Monday, August 10, 2026. Agara said the victim was attacked by Fulani…

…PEACE have rescued an injured kidnap victim in Mista Ali, Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State, while efforts continue to locate his son, who was also abducted. The incident occurred on Sunday when troops of Sector 1, OPEP, responded to a distress call over the abduction of Boyi Sauka and his son, Mantum Sauka.…

…centre of the Safe Schools Initiative following the Chibok abduction in 2014. Plateau In Plateau State, insecurity has disrupted academic activities in Riyom and Barkin Ladi LGAs. Sunday Vanguard identified seven schools in the two LGAs affected by insecurity. They are Government Secondary School, GSS, Shonong, GSS Lwa…

…identified as 25-year-old Yakubu Abubakar (aka Black/Starboy), of the Doemak tribe in Plateau State; 37-year-old Usman Abubakar Mairiga; and 27-year-old Sale Babauro Abubakar. Mairiga and Abubakar are Hausa and Fulani, respectively.” The source also disclosed that the suspects are in the custody of the State Command fo…

By Golok Nanmwa For decades, Plateau State was celebrated as Nigeria’s “Home of Peace and Tourism,” renowned for its breathtaking hills, fertile farmlands and rich cultural diversity. Communities across the state thrived on agriculture, commerce and peaceful coexistence. Read Also: 25 children from Kebbi, Kwara, Niger…

…background? I am 21 years old and originally from Anambra State, although I grew up in Plateau State. I come from a family of six, where I am the first daughter and the fourth child. My parents strongly believed that education is the foundation for success, regardless of the career one chooses. They always emphasised e…

…he was allegedly attacked by suspected Fulani herders in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State. The incident occurred at about 4:20 p.m. on August 6, 2026 along the Hottom-Sha road in Daffo District, following a distress call reporting an attack on a resident identified as Mr. Malan Malo. The troops responded s…

…group from southeastern Nigeria. Although he was born and raised in the city of Jos in Plateau State (North Central Nigeria), his parents are of Igbo descent.Does Olga Diyachenko have an Instagram account? Yes, her handle is @olga_allegra.Olga Diyachenko hails from an affluent Russian family. She has been in a long-ter…

…the alleged destruction of a farmland in Jos East and Bassa Local Government Areas of Plateau State. The troops of Sub-Sector 12 responded at about 12:30 p.m. on August 4, 2026 to a report of farmland destruction belonging to Matthew Ezekiel at Kerker Community. On arrival at the scene, the troops arrested Yusuf Zakari…

…peddlers during a raid on a notorious drug hideout in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State. Intelligence sources told security analyst Zagazola Makama on August 6, 2026 that the operation was carried out at about 5:00 p.m. on July 30, at the Congo-Russia area following intelligence on illicit drug activitie…

…k!lled and another injured by suspected Fulani bandits in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State. Intelligence sources told security analyst Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred at about 10:45 a.m. on August 3, 2026 at Aloghom Village when the women went into the bush to fetch firewood. The sources said tro…

Ibrahim Mbaya: Police arrest fifth suspect over mob k!lling of 25-year-old Jos model The Plateau State Police Command has arrested another suspect in connection with the alleged mob k!lling of 25-year-old model, Ibrahim Mbaya in Jos. LIB reported that Mbaya, a University of Jos graduate popularly known as Ibee, was acc…

…over parts of Benue, Kogi, the Federal Capital Territory, Kwara, Niger, Nasarawa and Plateau states. “Cloudy skies are anticipated over the southern region. However, there are chances of light rains over parts of the South-South region during the morning hours,” it said. NiMet also forecast moderate rainfall over parts…

…19 suspects during a raid on Tongoron Community in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State following the recent d3adly ambush on security personnel. Gunmen ambushed a joint security patrol on Tuesday, August 4, k!lling a police inspector and an Air Force corporal before making away with their weapons. The operatio…

…Unit, acting on credible intelligence, tracked three suspected gunrunners to Jos, Plateau State, where they were arrested with two locally fabricated pistols. The suspects, identified as Luka Samuel, John Paul and Musa Elisha, allegedly confessed to supplying arms and ammunition to bandits operating in parts of norther…

…residents. Beyond emergency relief, Sani pledged closer collaboration with neighbouring Plateau State, security agencies and traditional institutions to improve security around the Kaduna-Plateau border. Reacting to the attack, the Peoples Democratic Party governorship candidate in Kaduna State, Usman Shehu Bawa, popul…