Five people killed in Plateau State ambush
At least five people lost their lives after gunmen attacked residents in Fan District, Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State. According to community members, the victims were heading home around 9pm when the attack occurred. Pam Saidu and the Berom Youth Moulders Association confirmed the incident and condemned the violence. Residents are now calling for increased security to prevent further attacks.
What happened
- Gunmen ambushed and killed at least five people in Fan District, Barkin Ladi Local Government Area.
- The victims were attacked while returning home at night, with four dying immediately and another later in the hospital.
- Pam Saidu, a local resident, and the Berom Youth Moulders Association confirmed and condemned the killings.
- The association’s publicity secretary, Rwang Tengwong, urged security agencies to improve protection in the area.
- The Plateau State Police Command had not commented on the incident at the time of reporting.
