MOPOL 81 Accused of Killing Herders in Plateau State
On 19 October 2026, mobile police officers, alleged to be from MOPOL 81, reportedly opened fire on herders in Plateau State, resulting in the death of Adamu Mato and injuries to two others, including Abba Jafar, who sustained gunshot wounds to the head. Eyewitnesses stated that the officers did not provide any warning before shooting.
Ibrahim Yusuf Babayo, the state chairman of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN), condemned the attack as a deliberate act to intimidate herders and disrupt their livelihoods. He called for a thorough investigation into the incident and highlighted a pattern of violence against the Fulani community in the region, including unlawful arrests and property destruction.
Babayo urged the Inspector General of Police to address these concerns and ensure an independent investigation into the conduct of MOPOL 81.
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