Three members of a local vigilante group were killed on Saturday night after suspected gunmen attacked the Sabon-Layi community in the Gwol District of the Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State.
The attack, which occurred at about 10 p.m., has renewed concerns over the persistent insecurity in the area.
According to community sources, the assailants stormed the community under the cover of darkness and targeted vigilante members who were on duty protecting residents.
Rwang Tengwong, the spokesperson for the Berom Youth Moulders Association, confirmed the incident, describing the killings as a direct assault on the community’s efforts to defend lives and property.
He said the slain vigilantes were part of a local security arrangement established to protect residents from the recurring attacks that have plagued the area. Related News Tinubu vows tough times for terror groups, as FG adopts tech-driven strategy Alleged N15.6bn Fraud: EFCC opens case against Tunde Ayeni, ex-Skye Bank chair Electoral Act, tax reform, others: House of Reps pass 13% of bills introduced in three years
