Terror Strikes Kawel Community FRESH concerns over rural security in Plateau State have emerged following a deadly attack on Kawel community in Bokkos Local Government Area, where at least 22 people were killed during a midnight assault by heavily armed gunmen. The attack, which occurred near the southern border between Plateau and Nasarawa states, has […]
Cholera Outbreak Raises Fresh Public Health Concerns HEALTH authorities in Plateau State have confirmed a cholera outbreak in parts of Mangu Local Government Area, with five deaths and 11 laboratory-confirmed cases recorded as efforts intensify to contain the spread of the disease. The outbreak, which has also generated 53 suspected cases, has prompted emergency interventions […]
Troops Record Breakthrough in Plateau Anti-Kidnapping Operation TROOPS attached to Operation Enduring Peace, a joint military security task force, have rescued a kidnapped woman and recovered ₦8 million ransom earlier paid to her abductors in Plateau State. Military authorities described the development as a major breakthrough in ongoing operations aimed at dismantling kidnapping cells and […]
Protest Called Off After Government Intervention A planned protest in Jos against the release of two suspects arrested by security operatives has been shelved following last-minute intervention by government authorities and security agencies. The protest, largely mobilised by Muslim residents, was initially scheduled for Wednesday to oppose the release of the suspects—both Christians—by the Joint […]
By AUGUSTINA McSOLOMON-OGHAKPERUO Deadly Gas Exposure Rocks Mining Community A fatal carbon monoxide exposure at a mining site in Kampani Zurak, Wase Local Government Area of Plateau State, has led the Federal Government to shut down operations in the area and launch a forensic investigation. The incident, which claimed 38 lives and injured about 20 […]
Grassroots Peace Effort Gains Momentum AMID rising tension and a history of violent confrontations, farmers and herders in Plateau State have taken a decisive step toward reconciliation by signing 25 peace agreements across six rural communities in Bokkos and Riyom local government areas. The communities of Sha, Bum and Sopp, which have experienced deadly conflicts […]
By TAYO TAIWO (T. T.) OLUWOLE NIGERIA’S long-distance running ecosystem may soon gain a new international-grade road race, as organisers of the 10-kilometre Owan Marathon push for global recognition. The 5th edition, scheduled for Saturday, has recorded over 500 athlete registrations, according to race convener Chris Ojo. The marathon already hosts runners from Abia, Ondo, […]
Night Ambush in Zak Community GUNMEN have abducted 28 travellers in Zak community, Bashar District of Wase Local Government Area of Plateau State, in a late-night attack that has heightened fears over worsening insecurity in the area. A youth leader in Wase, Sapi’i Sambo, confirmed the incident on Monday, stating that the victims included men, […]
By SANI BATURE Children Killed as Reprisal Violence Flares in Plateau FOUR children were killed on Thursday in a reprisal attack allegedly carried out by suspected Fulani herdsmen in Dorong village, Foron District of Barkin Ladi Local Government Area, Plateau State, as tensions escalated over recent cattle rustling incidents. The victims were identified […]
By MELVIN KOFFA THE House of Representatives Ad Hoc Committee on the Plateau Crisis will soon present its report on the root causes of the violence in the state to President Bola Tinubu. Committee Chairman, Rep. Wale Ahmed (APC–Lagos), disclosed this during a visit to the APC National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, in Abuja. He […]