Troops arrest two suspected militia members in Nasarawa

Troops of Sector 2 under Operation Whirl Stroke have arrested two suspected militia members during an intelligence-led operation in Kokona Local Government Area of Nasarawa State.

The development was disclosed in a post shared on X on Tuesday by security analyst Zagazola Makama.

According to the post, the suspects were arrested at about 1:15 pm on April 5, 2026, in Atara community following credible intelligence.

During the operation, one of the suspects reportedly attempted to attack a soldier with a knife. In response, troops engaged him, and he sustained a gunshot wound to the leg.

The injured suspect was later taken to a primary healthcare facility in Bassa for treatment.

Makama added that both suspects have been handed over to the Nigeria Police for further investigation and possible prosecution.

Troops arrest two suspected militia members in Nasarawa