Crime
Nigeria: Suspected Fulani herdmen kills Another Resident of Plateau

Nigeria: Suspected Fulani herdmen kills Another Resident of Plateau
By: Bodunrin Kayode
Another resident of Plateau state have been killed at about 9:45pm of 10th October, 2022, by suspected fulani herders from Fass of Jol Community, Riyom council area of Plateau State in North Central Nigeria.
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Trouble started when the herdsmen mobilized themselves with dangerous weapons, and attacked residents of Darwat hamlet of the community for apprehending one of their own that grazed into more than 10 farm lands on that fateful day.
Eye witnesses claim that as a result, one Davou Mwatep, aged 32 was allegedly beaten and stabbed to death while Dachomo Ishaya sustained fatal injuries in his two hands.
Both residents were attacked on a retaliatory move on the 10th of October while Ishaya who escaped death has been rushed to the hospital where he has been receiving treatment since then.
Personnel of Operation Rainbow alongside local security outfits were quickly informed so the situation does not deteriorate even as Operation Safe Haven from Sector 6 was also informed about the development.
Rainbow and safe heaven personnel had to rush to the scene because of the high tension mounting already in the affected villages to contend with the tragic incident.
This incident precedes a previous invasion of villages in Mangor community of Bokkos council area where over 20 homes were allegedly burnt down by the attacking Fulani who stormed the area after killing 4 in Butura of the same vicinity.
With these incessant invasions, affected villagers are calling for drastic security measures to stem the tide of the bloodletting mission of the Fulani herders and their banditing cousins who are bent on driving residents away from their land.
Nigeria: Suspected Fulani herdmen kills Another Resident of Plateau
Crime
Security forces repel attack, reclaim villages in Bokkos LGA, Plateau

Security forces repel attack, reclaim villages in Bokkos LGA, Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
A joint security operation has reclaimed several deserted villages in the Horop District of Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State, following persistent attacks and occupation by suspected Fulani militias.
Zagazola Makama was reliably informed that the clearance operation was launched after residents of Hokk and neighboring villages fled their homes, reporting that the attackers had taken over their communities and erected temporary shelters.
In response, a combined troops of the Nigerian Army, team of Special Intervention Squad (SIS) and Police Mobile Force (PMF) personnel were deployed to the area to restore order and secure the villages.
The troops, encountered strong resistance from the armed attackers. A fierce gun battle ensued, but the attackers were eventually overpowered and forced to retreat into nearby bushes.
During the operation, several makeshift huts erected by the militias were destroyed, and two motorcycles abandoned by the fleeing assailants were recovered.
Authorities say patrols and security presence in the area have been intensified to prevent further incursions and allow displaced villagers to safely return to their homes.
Security forces repel attack, reclaim villages in Bokkos LGA, Plateau
Crime
Mentally unstable man kills 6-year-old boy in Niger

Mentally unstable man kills 6-year-old boy in Niger
By: Zagazola Makama
A 30-year-old man, identified as Basiru Umaru, has allegedly killed a six-year-old boy, Aliyu Muhammed, in Mariga Town, Mariga Local Government Area of Niger State.
The tragic incident occurred on June 28 at about 9:00 p.m., when the suspect, said to be mentally unstable, reportedly lured the child to a riverside in the area.
According to community sources, the suspect tied the boy’s hands and legs before throwing him into the river, where he drowned.
The parents of the deceased, who had declared him missing, were later led to the riverbank by the suspect himself. The child’s lifeless body was recovered shortly after.
Police personnel were deployed to the scene. The corpse was taken to a medical facility for autopsy, while concerned community members mobilised to ensure the suspect was restrained and isolated from the public.
Medical and mental health professionals are expected to conduct psychiatric evaluation on the suspect to determine his state of mind at the time of the incident.
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Crime
Hoodlums attack Life Camp residence, injure housemaid

Hoodlums attack Life Camp residence, injure housemaid
By: Zagazola Makama
Armed robbers have attacked residence in the Life Camp area of Abuja, during which a housemaid was injured and valuables carted away.
The incident occurred on June 29 at about 3:00 a.m., according to a complaint lodged by the victim, Mrs. Okoli Uheoma, at the Life Camp Divisional Police Headquarters.
Mrs. Uheoma, who resides at No. 12 Asba Dantata Street, Old Gwarinpa Road, reported that five hoodlums armed with dangerous weapons broke into her apartment and made away with two laptops, two mobile phones, and assorted jewellery.
The attackers reportedly stabbed the family dog and inflicted knife wounds on her housemaid, identified simply as Agatha, who was later rushed to Cardio Care Hospital, Garki, for treatment.
Police detectives were immediately deployed to the scene and the hospital. Photographic evidence was taken as part of the ongoing investigation.
Police sources say efforts are underway to trace and apprehend the fleeing suspects and assured residents of its commitment to ensuring the safety of lives and property in the area.
Hoodlums attack Life Camp residence, injure housemaid
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