Troops repel Fulani militia attack in Plateau

Troops successfully defended against an assault by purported Fulani militias in Lakkas village, situated within the Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State, resulting in the death of one individual and the injury of another woman. This development was reported on the social media platform X by Zagazola Makama, a counter-insurgency and security expert based in the Lake Chad region.

According to security sources cited by Makama, the attack transpired around 8 pm on November 8, 2026, following the dissemination of reports regarding sporadic gunfire within the community. Security sources revealed that troops from Sector 8 of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) swiftly deployed to the location and engaged the suspected assailants, compelling them to retreat into the surrounding vegetation.

Upon conducting a thorough examination of the scene, the troops uncovered the remains of a victim identified as Gambo Dan Mangu and another victim, identified as Mrs Joy, who had sustained gunshot wounds. Mrs Joy was subsequently transported to General Hospital Mangu for medical attention. The troops also recovered eight spent cartridge cases of 7.62mm x 39 ammunition from the scene.

In the aftermath of the incident, the troops embarked on a comprehensive search of the adjacent bushes to locate and apprehend the fleeing attackers. Security measures have been markedly heightened in the area to deter further attacks and safeguard the well-being of residents.