A tragic incident occurred in Plateau State, Nigeria, on September 26, 2026, when gunmen ambushed a group of miners at a site in Marit village, Barkin Ladi Local Government Area. The attack, which happened at about 1 pm, resulted in the deaths of at least five miners and injuries to two others. The community has been thrown into mourning, with residents expressing concerns over the safety of their area.
According to Rwang Tengwong, National Publicity Secretary of the Berom Youth Moulders-Association, the attack was a devastating blow to the community. Tengwong confirmed that five people were killed and two others sustained injuries. He described the incident as a "very sad and painful development" and called on security agencies to intensify efforts to protect communities and prevent a recurrence of such attacks.
A community member, Simon Mundat, also expressed his sadness over the incident, describing it as "devastating." Mundat appealed to authorities to strengthen security in the area, allowing residents to go about their legitimate activities without fear. The incident has raised fresh concerns over the safety of residents in the area, with many calling for increased security measures.
Efforts to get official confirmation from security agencies were unsuccessful as of the time of filing the report. However, the incident is a stark reminder of the security challenges facing communities in Plateau State. The state has experienced various forms of violence and attacks in recent times, with residents calling for more effective measures to protect them.
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 the state. According to Danat Noel, a community member, the attackers invaded the community on Friday but were forced to retreat following a swift response by security personnel and local hunters.
The Plateau State government has been urged to take concrete steps to address the security challenges facing communities in the state. Residents are calling for increased security presence and improved measures to protect them from attacks. The government has been urged to work with security agencies to develop effective strategies to prevent such incidents in the future.
The incident has sparked widespread condemnation, with many calling for increased efforts to protect communities in Plateau State. The government and security agencies have been urged to take concrete steps to address the security challenges facing the state and prevent future attacks. The community is still reeling from the shock of the incident, with many residents expressing their sadness and concern over the safety of their area.
Key points
- Five miners were killed and two injured in the ambush.
- The incident has raised concerns over community safety in Plateau State.
- Security operatives and local hunters repelled a separate attack on Latok community.
