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Farmer hospitalised after alleged attack by herders in Plateau

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Farmer hospitalised after alleged attack by herders in Plateau

Troops of Sector 8, Operation Enduring Peace, have responded to an alleged assault on a farmer by suspected herders in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State.

 

Military sources told security analyst Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred at about 7:00 p.m. on July 11, 2026 at Jwakp Maitumbi Village.

 

The victim, identified as Mr. Timothy Titus, was reportedly attacked by suspected herders and sustained machete cuts during the assault.

 

On arrival at the scene, troops found the victim with multiple machete injuries and immediately evacuated him to the General Hospital, Mangu, where he is currently receiving treatment.

 

Security sources said efforts are ongoing to identify and apprehend the perpetrators, while investigations have commenced to establish the circumstances surrounding the attack.

 

 

 

 

 

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