Vigilante Divine Dung Davou Killed in Plateau Attack

Divine Dung Davou, an 18-year-old member of a community vigilante group, was killed during a midnight attack on Rachas Village in Heipang District, Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State at approximately 12:30 a.m. on Tuesday. Rwang Tengwong, the National Publicity Secretary of the Berom Youth Moulders-Association (BYM), confirmed the incident, stating that the attack has caused mourning among Davou's family and the local community.

Tengwong urged the Plateau State Police Command and other security agencies to investigate the killing, apprehend the attackers, and strengthen security operations in vulnerable areas. He also called on both the Plateau State and Federal Governments to take concrete actions to protect lives and property in communities frequently targeted by violence.

The BYM extended condolences to Davou's family and the residents of Rachas, emphasizing the need for urgent intervention to prevent further loss of life.