Security forces in Plateau State have arrested two suspected criminals, including an alleged notorious cultist, Fidelis Adamu, and a 29-year-old gang member, Nashak Wilson, in separate military operations.
Cultist Fidelis Adamu Arrested in Jos South
Fidelis Adamu, an alleged member of the Jungle Boys, a notorious cult group in Plateau State, was apprehended by troops of 3 Division and Operation SAFE HAVEN on March 20, 2025, at Angwan Gainyeh in the Sakon-Gyel axis of Jos South Local Government Area (LGA).
The arrest followed intelligence reports indicating that the cult group was planning attacks on prominent individuals, including political office holders and community leaders, over the ban on illegal mining in the state.
According to Major Samson Nantip, Media Information Officer of Operation SAFE HAVEN, Adamu is currently in custody, making useful confessions, while troops are tracking other members of the cult group.
Troops Nab Criminal Syndicate Member Nashak Wilson in Mangu LGA
In another operation on March 23, 2025, troops conducting Operation LAFIYAN JAMA’A responded to intelligence about criminal activities near the Youth Centre at Sabon Layi Axis in Mangu LGA.
🔹 Troops engaged and overwhelmed the criminals, forcing them to flee.
🔹 During a subsequent search operation, 29-year-old Nashak Wilson was arrested with an AK-47 rifle loaded with two rounds of 7.62mm (Special) ammunition.
🔹 Further investigations led to the recovery of 30 rustled cows, which have been returned to their rightful owner.
Security Operations Ongoing to Eradicate Criminal Elements
According to the Army spokesperson, the recovered firearm, ammunition, and arrested suspect are in custody for further investigation.
🔹 “Operation SAFE HAVEN is committed to eliminating criminal activities and ensuring miscreants have no freedom of action within the Joint Operations Area.”
The recent arrests highlight renewed military efforts to curb cultism, illegal mining-related violence, and cattle rustling in Plateau State. Security forces continue to track down other members of the syndicates.
