Troops arrest suspected female armed robber and accomplice in Jos, recover motorcycle, toy pistol

Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), in collaboration with the Vigilante Group of Nigeria (VGN), have arrested two suspected armed robbers at Naraguta area of Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State.

Security analyst Zagazola Makama said the suspects, identified as Mudassiru Ishaq, 27, and Hasiya Sani, 22, were arrested at about 8:45 p.m. on Novemver 10, 2026 during a patrol by troops of Sector 1 OPEP and members of the vigilante group.

The suspects were reportedly found in possession of a suspected stolen Boxer motorcycle and a toy pistol.

The recovered items and the two suspects are currently in custody for further investigation.

The arrest forms part of ongoing security operations by troops and local security partners to curb criminal activities and improve safety across Plateau State.