Two Killed in Plateau Attack as Berom Group Reports Four Suspected Assailants Killed in Separate Incident

By Israel Adamu

Two residents were killed in an attack on Zargwok community in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State, while four suspected assailants were reportedly killed in a separate confrontation in Jos South Local Government Area, according to the Berom Youth Moulders-Association (BYM).

In a statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Rwang Tengwong, the association said gunmen attacked Zargwok community at about 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday, killing Ayuba Danladi, 33, and Luka Macham, 35, who were reportedly on community patrol. BYM said their bodies were deposited at the ECWA Clinic.

The association also responded to claims by the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) that four of its members were killed around the Gero–Rafin Bauna axis of Jos South Local Government Area.

According to BYM, the four individuals were among a group that allegedly attacked a mining site in Nyango, Gyel District, on June 29, resulting in the deaths of three local miners and injuries to two others. The association claimed local vigilantes later confronted the group, during which four suspected attackers were killed.These claims have not been independently verified.

BYM called on security agencies to conduct a thorough and impartial investigation into both incidents, identify those responsible, and strengthen security in affected communities.

As of the time of filing this report, the Plateau State Police Command had not issued an official statement. Efforts to reach the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Alfred Alabo, were unsuccessful.