Troops of Sector 8, Operation Enduring Peace (OPEC), have arrested two suspected herdsmen following an alleged attack on residents harvesting crops in Sabon Layi village, Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State.
The incident occurred around 1:30 pm on Monday, August 24, 2026, according to a post shared on X on Wednesday by security analyst Zagazola Makama.
Makama said the troops, deployed in Sabon Layi under Operation Hard Knock, responded to a distress call reporting an attack allegedly carried out by Fulani herdsmen.
Upon arriving at the scene, officers found an elderly woman who had been injured during the incident.
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“Troops arrested two suspected herdsmen, while other members of the group reportedly escaped from the area.
“The injured woman was evacuated to Sabon Layi Mission Hospital for medical treatment,” Makama wrote.
The two suspects were later handed over to the Keystone Mangu Divisional Police Command for further investigation and possible legal action.
Security agencies continue their operations in the area, with efforts focused on maintaining peace and preventing further attacks or escalations in the community.