Gunmen Attack MACBAN Chairman Alhaji Yakubu in Plateau

On Saturday night, gunmen shot Alhaji Yakubu, the chairman of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN), in Langai Ward, Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State. Yakubu survived the attack but sustained serious injuries and was hospitalized for treatment.

Ibrahim Yusuf Babayo, the MACBAN chairman, confirmed the incident on Sunday, October 18, 2026, stating that the association is investigating the circumstances and the perpetrators behind the shooting. This attack has heightened concerns regarding the security situation in Mangu, an area plagued by violence stemming from tensions between farming and herding communities, including issues like cattle rustling and farmland destruction.

Observers note a broader decline in security across Plateau State, with multiple fatalities reported in recent weeks. Community leaders and residents are urging security agencies to conduct a thorough investigation and implement measures to prevent further violence or retaliatory actions.