Gunmen attack four Plateau communities, kill two, burn houses

File photo: Illustration image of gunmen

Gunmen have killed two persons, injured one and set houses ablaze in fresh attacks on Berom communities in Plateau State.

It was gathered that the attacks occurred on Tuesday night and were reported in at least four locations, including Gwa-Wereng Rim, Kyeng Village in Bachi District, Dorong and Jol Village.

The Berom Youth Moulders-Association confirmed the killings in a statement on Wednesday signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Rwang Tengwong.

The association said gunmen attacked Gwa-Wereng Rim, killing Bulus Mwagwong, popularly known as Dikko, while his cousin, Yakubu, was fatally injured.

Gunmen attack four Plateau communities, kill two, burn houses

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