The Plateau State Commander of the Vigilante Group of Nigeria (VGN), Joseph Zimmah, has commended troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) for arresting two suspects allegedly linked to an attack on vigilante personnel and the burning of their office in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State.
The suspects were arrested on Tuesday by troops of Sector 1, Operation Enduring Peace, following allegations that they were involved in the attack on the vigilantes and the subsequent burning of their office in the NEPA area of Jos North.
Reacting to the development, Zimmah praised the military for its swift response, describing the arrests as an important step towards addressing criminal activities and strengthening security in the state.
He noted that members of the Vigilante Group of Nigeria were deployed across various communities in Plateau State to support security efforts against insurgents, bandits and other criminal elements, despite operating with inadequate support.
The Media Information Officer of Operation Enduring Peace, Captain Chinonso Polycarp Oteh, confirmed the arrests, stating that the suspects were in custody for further investigation and necessary action.
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According to Oteh, the arrests form part of ongoing military operations aimed at tackling criminal activities and maintaining peace across Plateau State.
He added that security personnel would intensify efforts to identify and apprehend individuals involved in activities capable of threatening public safety and undermining peace in the state.
The military also called on residents to cooperate with security agencies by providing timely and credible information that could help prevent crime and facilitate the arrest of suspected offenders.
The incident underscores the continuing security challenges in parts of Plateau State and the importance of collaboration between security agencies, vigilante groups and local communities in maintaining law and order.
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