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By Tony Charles, Jos<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The incident occurred on Saturday after security personnel received information about the movement of armed men suspected to be planning an attack on the community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Security analyst Zagazola Makama disclosed the development in a post on X on Sunday, stating that troops swiftly mobilised to the area following the security alert.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The troops\u2019 intervention reportedly forced the suspected attackers to withdraw into nearby bushes with their cattle before they could carry out the planned assault on the community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
According to the report, security personnel later received another alert at about 4:12 p.m. concerning an attempt by the suspected attackers to gain access to Manja village.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Troops immediately launched a pursuit operation while maintaining a strong security presence around the community to deter any further attempt to infiltrate the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The security forces also intensified offensive patrols and clearance operations across the surrounding areas as part of measures to prevent the suspected attackers from regrouping or returning to the community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The operations were aimed at maintaining pressure on the armed group while securing residents and vulnerable locations within Manja and neighbouring communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Security sources said troops remained deployed in the area as operations continued, with personnel conducting patrols and monitoring the surrounding terrain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The sustained military presence is expected to reassure residents and strengthen efforts to prevent further attacks, particularly in communities considered vulnerable to armed incursions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The latest operation underscores the importance of timely intelligence and rapid military response in preventing attacks before they are carried out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Authorities are expected to maintain the security operation around Manja and adjoining communities while continuing efforts to identify and neutralise threats to residents and their property.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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