Troops Arrest Three Suspected Drug Dealers, Recover Large Quantity of Cannabis in Jos
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation ENDURING PEACE (OPEP) have arrested three suspected illicit drug dealers and recovered a large quantity of substances suspected to be cannabis and other illicit drugs in Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State.
The operation was conducted at about 1:00 a.m. on November 11, 2026, following intelligence on the activities of suspected drug peddlers at Sabo Layin, Maraba Jama'a community.
Security sources said troops of Sector 6, deployed at Maraba Jama'a, swiftly responded to the intelligence and arrested three suspects identified as Yakubu Patrick, Emmanuel Chumm and Joshua John.
The suspects were reportedly found in possession of a large quantity of substances suspected to be Cannabis sativa and other illicit drugs.
They are currently in military custody pending further action and possible handover to the appropriate law enforcement agencies for investigation and prosecution.
The operation forms part of ongoing efforts by OPEP to dismantle criminal networks, curb drug trafficking and prevent illicit substances from fuelling insecurity and other criminal activities across Plateau State.
