Three vigilantes and farmer k!lled in fresh Plateau attack

Three vigilantes were k!lled by armed men in the NTV community in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State on Tuesday night.

Residents said the incident occurred around 11pm on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 and has heightened tension in the community.

According to Daily Trust gathered, the gunmen reportedly opened fire on the vigilantes who were watching over the community.

A resident of the community, Gabriel Ayuba, confirmed the incident in a telephone interview in Jos.

“The incident happened around 11pm. The men were watching over the community when the gunmen shot at them. Sadly, people who were only protecting the community were attacked and k!lled,” he said.

Also confirming the incident, spokesman of the Berom Youth Moulders, Rwang Tengwong, said three people lost their lives in the attack.

“The incident is unfortunate, and we call on the security agencies to intensify patrols and take proactive measures to protect our communities. The people cannot continue to live in fear while those volunteering to protect their communities are being k!lled.

“I urge security operatives to thoroughly investigate the attack, identify those responsible and ensure that the perpetrators are brought to justice.”

The latest attack comes as k!llings and tension escalate in different parts of the state.

In a similar development, a 48-year-old farmer, identified as Mr Marcus Yakubu, has been found d3ad on high ground at Kassa Village in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area.

According to security analyst, Zagazola Makama, residents suspects that the attack was carried out by fulani herders.

The discovery was made at about 0838 hours on September 16, 2026, after troops of Sector 4, Operation ENDURING PEACE (OPEP), responded to a report of a corpse found in the area.

Troops arrived at the location and confirmed the body as that of Yakubu, who had reportedly left home on Sept. 15 to carry out farming activities but failed to return.

The deceased’s family members subsequently located and recovered his body.