Troops of Sector 8, Operation ENDURING PEACE, have foiled an attempted attack on Manja community in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State.

The incident occurred on Saturday after troops received reports of the movement of armed men suspected to be planning an attack on the community.

The development was disclosed in a post shared on X on Sunday by security analyst, Zagazola Makama.

According to the report, the troops quickly moved into the area, forcing the suspected attackers to retreat into nearby bushes with their cattle.

Makama said the troops later received another report at about 4:12 p.m. of an attempt to infiltrate Manja village.

He said the troops responded by launching a pursuit operation against the suspected attackers while maintaining a strong security presence around the community.

Security forces also conducted offensive patrols and clearance operations across the area to prevent further attempts to enter the community.

Sources said troops were continuing operations around Manja and neighbouring communities to maintain pressure on the suspected attackers and ensure the safety of residents.