Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS), supported by the Nigerian Army, have foiled a suspected terrorist attack on Ganchung Village near the Primary Health Care Centre in Rim, Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State.

The operation was reportedly aided by drone technology and closed-circuit television (CCTV) surveillance, which detected armed men allegedly carrying AK-47 and K2 rifles among cattle herders as they attempted to coordinate an attack on the community.

According to a report by The Guardian, the surveillance alert prompted security forces to track the suspected attackers and mobilise personnel to the area.

Suspects Flee Into Mountain Hideouts

Following the alert, security operatives reportedly pursued the armed men into the hinterlands around Mahanga.

The suspects allegedly fled into nearby mountain hideouts as security personnel advanced.

The report did not provide details of any arrests, casualties or weapons recovered during the operation.

DSS Expands Technology-Driven Surveillance

The DSS has reportedly deployed technology-supported security camps across Riyom, Mangu and Barkin Ladi local government areas, with plans to extend the initiative to Bokkos.

High-tech surveillance cameras are also being used to monitor remote areas and improve security agencies’ ability to detect suspicious movements.

The initiative is intended to strengthen intelligence gathering and enable faster responses to potential attacks in vulnerable communities.

Plateau Government Reaffirms Security Cooperation

Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang recently addressed the security situation while speaking at a lecture at the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS).

He assured residents of improved cooperation between the state government and security agencies, stressing that the state remained open to peace-loving residents while criminal activities would be pursued.

Residents were also urged to report suspicious activities and avoid harbouring individuals involved in criminal operations.

Military, Police Yet to Comment

As of the time of publication, the spokesperson for the Nigerian Army’s 3 Division, based at Rukuba Barracks in Jos, and the Plateau State Police Command’s public relations officer had not been reached for comments, according to The Guardian.

The reported operation comes amid continuing security concerns in parts of Plateau State, where communities have faced recurring attacks by armed groups.