SAA event in Nigeria on Tue 11th August 2026

Troops Foil Armed Berom Militias Moving To Attack Fulani Communities in Mangu, Plateau 

By Zagazola Makama 

Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have engaged armed Berom militias following reports of their movement from Barkin Ladi Local Government Area to carry out attacks in some fulani communities in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State.

A military source told Zagazola Makama that troops of Sub-Sector 81, reinforced by additional personnel from Headquarters Sector 8, mobilised to the general area at about 7:00 a.m. on August 11, 2026, following an advance report on the movement of the armed group.

The militias were reportedly moving towards Gwomgada, Dorong and Kaduno communities in Langai District of Mangu LGA.

The troops subsequently made contact with the armed group at Makera and Kaduno communities, leading to a firefight.

The engagement forced the militias to withdraw towards the general area of Jos East Local Government Area.

The troops are currently pursuing the fleeing group to deny them freedom of action and prevent further attacks on communities.

In a reinforcement effort, a detachment of the Special Forces has also been dispatched from Headquarters, Operation Enduring Peace, to support the troops operating in the area.

Further details on the operation are expected as the military continues its efforts to contain the threat and secure affected communities.