In a tragic turn of events, troops from Operation Enduring Peace successfully rescued five individuals who were injured during an attack on Tull village in the Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State. The assault, attributed to suspected Fulani militia, took place around 9:40 p.m. on Sunday, resulting in gunshot wounds for the victims. Unfortunately, one of the rescued individuals later succumbed to his injuries in the hospital.

Security analyst Zagazola Makama reported that the attack prompted a swift response from the troops of Sector 8, Sub-Sector 81, who were stationed at Gyambwas. Upon receiving alerts about the sporadic gunfire, the soldiers quickly moved to the scene, where they engaged the attackers and forced them to retreat.

During their search of the area, the troops were able to locate and rescue five residents suffering from gunshot injuries. The victims have been identified as Fwangshak Gimba, 45; Samson Ibrahim, 33; Omega Elkana, 25; Bamshak Ibrahim, 31; and Paul Markus, 26. They were promptly evacuated to Nanreth Hospital in Mangu for urgent medical care.

Tragically, Gimba was later confirmed dead due to the severity of his wounds. Following the incident, the military has intensified security operations in Tull village and initiated a manhunt for the assailants who fled the scene.

The attack highlights ongoing security challenges in the region, where clashes between local communities and armed groups have been a persistent issue. Authorities continue to grapple with ensuring the safety of residents amidst rising tensions and violence in Plateau State.