Troops arrest two suspected herders after attack in Plateau community
Troops of Sector 8, Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), have arrested two suspected herders following an alleged attack on residents harvesting crops in Sabon Layi village, Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State. The incident occurred at about 1:30 pm on Monday, August 24, 2026, according to a post shared on X on Wednesday by security analyst Zagazola […] Troops arrest two suspected herders…
Troops from Sector 8, Operation Enduring Peace, apprehended two suspects following an alleged attack on villagers in Sabon Layi village, Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State. The assault happened around 1:30 pm on Monday, August 24, 2026, as reported by security analyst Zagazola Makama on X on Wednesday. The troops, operating under Operation Hard Knock, responded to a distress call alleging an attack by Fulani herders.
Upon arrival, they discovered an elderly woman who had been injured during the incident. The troops managed to arrest the two suspects while others fled the scene. The woman was taken to the Missionary Hospital in Sabon Layi for medical attention. The two arrested individuals were subsequently handed over to the Keystone Mangu Divisional Police Command for further investigation and potential legal proceedings.
Authorities are maintaining a presence in the area to ensure peace and avert any further violence or escalation.
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