Vigilante Divine Dung Davou killed in Plateau attack

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

Residents described Divine as a committed youth who volunteered to protect the village due to the lack of security presence at night. Community members expressed their heartbreak and fear following the attack, with calls for government action to enhance security.

Tengwong urged the Plateau State Police Command and other agencies to investigate the killing and improve security measures in vulnerable areas. The Berom Youth Moulders Association extended condolences to the bereaved family and the community, emphasizing the need for urgent action to prevent further violence.