Man shot d3ad on his way to church in Plateau

A man identified as Daniel Simon Dachomo, was shot d3ad by gunmen on his way to church at Fann community in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State.

The incident occurred at about 8 a.m. on Sunday, August 9, 2026 throwing the community into panic and tension.

A resident of the area, Erica Dung, who confirmed the incident to Daily Trust expressed sadness over the k!lling, describing it as another painful attack on innocent residents.

Dung lamented that residents were becoming increasingly worried over the spate of attacks and k!llings in communities across the local government area.

The latest incident came amid renewed concerns over the security situation in parts of Barkin Ladi and neighbouring communities, with residents continuing to appeal for stronger security measures.

Also reacting, the Publicity Secretary of Berom Youth Moulders, Rwang Tengwong, condemned the attack, describing the k!lling as unacceptable and calling for urgent action to protect residents.

Tengwong urged security agencies to intensify surveillance and patrols in vulnerable communities.

While appealing to the Plateau State Government and security agencies to ensure that the perpetrators are identified and brought to justice, he urged residents to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious movements to the appropriate authorities.