One cow dies in suspected poisoning incident in Plateau

Troops of Operation Enduring Peace, OPEP, have intervened in a suspected cattle poisoning incident in Kimis village, Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State, the place one cow belonging to Mr Tanko reportedly died after grazing on a suspected toxic substance.

Zagazola Makama, safety analyst in put up on X on Monday stated safety sources defined that the incident occurred at about 9:00 a.m. on October 26, 2026, following allegations that Mr Ako Adagwi was liable for the suspected poisoning.

According to him, the sources stated troops of Sector 1, OPEP, responded to a report of the incident and proceeded to the placement, the place they discovered one lifeless cow, whereas preliminary experiences indicated that the animal died after grazing on a substance suspected to be toxic, though the circumstances surrounding the incident weren’t independently established.

Makama stated, “The intervention of the troops reportedly led to an amicable settlement between the parties involved, helping to prevent a possible escalation of the dispute.”

He identified that the incident highlights the significance of immediate safety intervention and peaceable dispute decision in communities the place disagreements involving livestock and farming actions can set off tensions.

Residents had been urged to keep up peace and report grievances to the suitable authorities for investigation and determination, slightly than resorting to actions that would threaten peaceable coexistence.