Troops Raid Illegal Arms Factory in Plateau, Arrest Gunrunner in Kaduna

Troops of Operation Enduring Peace, operating across Plateau State, Bauchi State, and Kaduna State, have uncovered an illegal arms manufacturing factory and arrested suspected gunrunners in coordinated operations targeting criminal networks.

The military said the operations were part of intensified efforts to curb illegal arms proliferation, banditry, and communal violence across the North-Central and North-West regions.

The breakthrough in Plateau State followed a raid on an arms factory located in Gwandanu Village, Langtang North Local Government Area. According to the spokesperson of the operation, Captain Polycarp Oteh, troops stormed the location at about 5:00 p.m. on April 22, 2026, acting on credible intelligence.

During the operation, two suspects were arrested while allegedly fabricating sophisticated firearms, highlighting the growing sophistication of locally produced weapons in conflict-prone areas.

Troops recovered a significant cache of weapons and equipment, including two AK-47 rifles and one G3 rifle, as well as fabrication tools such as generating sets, a welding machine, a drilling machine, and other industrial equipment used in illegal arms production.

Security analysts say the discovery underscores concerns that locally fabricated weapons are increasingly being used to fuel violence in Plateau and neighbouring states.

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In a related operation in Kaduna State, troops deployed to Gidan Waya in Jema’a Local Government Area responded to an armed attack on members of the Forest Guards and Vigilante Group of Nigeria.

The troops, working with local security outfits, pursued the attackers towards the Jaginde Forest axis. On sighting advancing forces near Ungwar Maruwa, the suspects reportedly abandoned a motorcycle and fled into the bush.

One suspect was subsequently arrested, while a search of suspected hideouts led to the recovery of an AK-47 rifle, an AK-49 rifle, a motorcycle, and other items, indicating possible links to organised criminal activity.

Military authorities confirmed that the arrested suspects are currently in custody and undergoing investigation to determine the extent of their arms distribution network and potential connections to wider criminal syndicates operating in the region.

Following the operations, troops have intensified mop-up and surveillance missions to track fleeing suspects and recover additional weapons believed to be in circulation.

Security experts note that the continued presence of illegal arms factories and gunrunning networks remains a major driver of insecurity, contributing to banditry, farmer-herder clashes, and attacks on rural communities.

The military reiterated its commitment to restoring peace and stability within the Operation Enduring Peace Joint Operations Area, emphasising that it will continue to target sources of violence and disrupt criminal supply chains.

Residents in affected communities have been urged to support ongoing efforts by providing timely and credible intelligence to security agencies to enhance operations and prevent further attacks.

Troops Raid Illegal Arms Factory in Plateau, Arrest Gunrunner in Kaduna

Coup Plot Case: Falana Says Military Court Trial Is Unconstitutional

Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana (SAN), has described the planned trial of 36 alleged coup plotters before a military court as unconstitutional, urging the Attorney-General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), to immediately intervene and halt the proceedings.

Falana argued that the case should not be handled by a General Court Martial, insisting that the officers must instead be arraigned before the Federal High Court, which he said has exclusive jurisdiction over offences such as treason, treasonable felony, and terrorism.

In a detailed statement, Falana called on the Attorney-General of the Federation to invoke his constitutional powers under Section 174 of the 1999 Constitution to discontinue what he described as an “illegal charge” before the military tribunal. He maintained that after stopping the military proceedings, the accused officers should be formally charged at the Federal High Court in line with constitutional requirements.

Falana further argued that under Section 251 of the Constitution, only the Federal High Court has jurisdiction to try offences relating to treason and similar security-related crimes. He said the current arrangement, where some suspects are allegedly facing trial in civilian court while others are being tried in a military court for the same offence, violates the principle of equality before the law.

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The senior advocate also questioned the legal competence of a General Court Martial to handle offences of treason under Nigeria’s democratic framework. He noted that even during military rule, coup-related offences were not typically handled by courts-martial but by special tribunals, reinforcing his argument that such cases fall outside military disciplinary jurisdiction.

Falana stressed that since the return to democratic governance in 1999, all treason and anti-democratic offences must be prosecuted exclusively in civilian courts, particularly the Federal High Court. He warned that any attempt to bypass this constitutional arrangement could amount to a breach of the rule of law and undermine public confidence in the justice system.

Reports indicate that about 36 military officers are being investigated over an alleged coup plot, with authorities reportedly considering both military disciplinary action and civilian prosecution. While official details remain limited, the matter has been described as a serious national security investigation currently under review by relevant authorities.

The Nigerian military has yet to respond publicly to Falana’s latest remarks, but has previously stated that internal disciplinary procedures are ongoing in accordance with military regulations. Legal observers say the controversy highlights ongoing debates over the boundary between military justice and civilian judicial authority in handling sensitive security cases in Nigeria.

Coup Plot Case: Falana Says Military Court Trial Is Unconstitutional

“You’re Not Sensible” — Daddy Freeze Fires at Yul Edochie in Viral Row

Media personality Daddy Freeze has reacted strongly to comments made by Nollywood actor Yul Edochie after he mocked broadcaster Roby Ekpo over his emotional breakdown while discussing his failed marriage.

The controversy started after Roby Ekpo appeared on a podcast where he became emotional while speaking about his marital crisis and separation from his ex-wife. The interview sparked widespread reactions online, with many Nigerians divided over whether men should openly express emotional pain in public.

Reacting on X, Yul Edochie criticised Ekpo for crying during the interview, arguing that men should not display such emotions over a relationship. He went further to suggest that instead of mourning a breakup, a man should “move on” by taking multiple wives and getting them pregnant at once.

His comments immediately triggered backlash, with many social media users accusing him of being insensitive and promoting unhealthy views about relationships and masculinity.

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In response, Daddy Freeze released a video where he questioned Yul’s reasoning, describing his remarks as illogical and insensitive. Speaking partly in Pidgin English, he mocked the actor’s suggestion about polygamy and childbearing, saying it was unrealistic and out of touch with reality.

He also criticised the idea that men should be shamed for showing emotion, arguing that public figures should be more thoughtful when discussing sensitive personal struggles like divorce and heartbreak.

Daddy Freeze’s reaction has intensified the online debate, with users now split between those supporting emotional openness for men and others defending Yul’s belief that men should handle relationship issues privately.

The exchange has continued to trend across social media platforms, with many also referencing both men’s previous public statements and controversies as part of the wider conversation on masculinity and mental health.

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