A tragic incident occurred on Saturday in Plateau State, Nigeria, where at least five miners were killed and two others injured while mining at Marit village in Barkin ladi local government area. The spokesman of the Berom Youth Moulders-Association, Rwang Tengwong, confirmed the incident, describing it as a sad and painful development. The victims were ambushed by gunmen at about 1 p.m., highlighting the growing insecurity in the region.
The Berom Youth Moulders-Association condemned the attack and called on security agencies to take urgent steps to protect their communities and prevent further attacks. Rwang Tengwong emphasized that the people of the area are once again mourning the loss of lives to violence. The association's statement underscores the need for increased security measures to safeguard the lives of community members engaged in legitimate activities.
A member of the community, Simon Mundat, described the attack as devastating and lamented the loss of the miners. He expressed deep sadness over the incident, noting that five people were killed and two others injured. Mundat appealed to the authorities to strengthen security in the area, enabling community members to go about their daily activities without fear.
Efforts to reach the Police Public Relations Officer of the Plateau State Command, DSP Alfred Alabo, for confirmation were unsuccessful at press time. The incident has raised concerns about the security situation in Plateau State, particularly in rural areas where mining activities are common. The lack of response from the police highlights the need for improved communication and coordination between security agencies and the public.
In a related development, security operatives and local hunters repelled an attack by suspected terrorists on Latok community in Qua’an-Pan Local Government Area of Plateau State. The attack occurred on Friday when the attackers invaded the community, prompting a swift response from security operatives. The terrorists were forced to withdraw in disarray, thanks to the collaborative efforts of the security operatives and local hunters.
A member of the Latok community, Mr Danat Noel, provided details of the foiled attack. He noted that the security operatives and hunters responded quickly, engaging the attackers and preventing them from causing harm to the community. The incident demonstrates the importance of community-based security initiatives and the role that local hunters can play in supporting security operatives.
The two incidents highlight the ongoing security challenges in Plateau State, where communities are vulnerable to attacks by gunmen and suspected terrorists. The state government and security agencies face the task of strengthening security measures to protect lives and property, while also addressing the root causes of the violence. The mining community and residents of Latok are grateful for the efforts of security operatives and hunters in preventing further harm.
Key points
- Five miners were killed and two injured in an ambush at Marit village in Plateau State.
- Security operatives and local hunters repelled a terrorist attack on Latok community in Qua’an-Pan Local Government Area.
- The incidents underscore the need for increased security measures to protect communities and prevent further attacks in Plateau State.
