Gunmen killed a soldier and seized two rifles after attacking troops of Operation Enduring Peace at Sopp Checkpoint in Riyom LGA, Plateau State, at about 8pm on Saturday, October 31, 2026.
The troops were on duty at Ungwan Boka community when the assailants opened fire, according to Daily Trust. The newspaper reported that personnel of the operation were on duty when gunmen suddenly opened fire on them, killing the victim and taking away his rifle.
Security sources said the attackers struck from different directions, which led to an exchange of gunfire before they fled into surrounding bushes.
"The attack occurred while the troops were keeping vigil at the checkpoint," the source said.
"The gunmen opened fire from different directions, forcing the troops to engage them in a gun battle."
OPEP Confirms Deliberate Attack At Sopp Checkpoint
Confirming the incident, the spokesman of OPEP, Captain Chinonso Polycarp Oteh, described the assault as deliberate and unprovoked. He said troops had been deployed to the location to restore normalcy.
"It was a deliberate and unprovoked attack on troops at Sopp Check Point, Ungwan Boka in Riyom Local Government Area," Captain Oteh said.
He said normalcy has been restored in the area.
"Troops have restored normalcy in the area and are maintaining aggressive pursuit of the perpetrators in order to apprehend them and recover the carted-away weapons.
"The situation remains under control, while troops continue to sustain heightened vigilance to prevent any further security breach and reassure residents of their safety.
"The public is urged to remain calm, go about their lawful activities and volunteer credible information that could assist security agencies in their ongoing efforts."
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