Gunmen Attack Vigilantes, Killing Four in Plateau State

Four vigilantes were killed by gunmen in Shurum village, Dorowa Babuje, in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau state. The attack took place at approximately 11:56 p.m. on Friday while the vigilantes were on duty, monitoring the area.

Community member Bulus Bature confirmed the incident, expressing that it was painful and disturbing, as the victims were fulfilling their responsibility to protect the community. The attack has heightened concerns regarding the vulnerability of community-based security volunteers, who often lack adequate support and equipment.

Rwang Tengwong, the National Publicity Secretary of the Berom Youth Moulders Association (BYM), condemned the killings and called for an investigation to bring the perpetrators to justice. He emphasized the need for enhanced security measures to protect vulnerable communities in Plateau state, where residents frequently face security challenges.

Efforts to reach security operatives for official confirmation of the attack were unsuccessful at the time of reporting.