By Palang Paul
At least 40 hectares of dry season farmlands were destroyed on May 2, 2026, in Miango District of Bassa Local Government Area, Plateau State Nigeria Middle Belt, leaving dozens of farming families in distress and raising fresh concerns over rural insecurity.
The incident, which affected communities in Rehwiechio and Anchwa, was carried out by fulani herders, according to a statement issued by the Miango Youths Development Association (MYDA). The group described the destruction as “wanton” and “deliberate,” noting that it comes at a time when many Nigerians are already facing severe economic hardship.
Farmers in the affected communities had reportedly invested months of labor into cultivating their lands during the dry season, with expectations of boosting food supply and sustaining their households. The sudden loss has not only wiped out their efforts but also heightened fears of food shortages and economic strain in the area.
“This destruction has inflicted untold hardship on our people,” the association said, warning that the repeated targeting of farmlands threatens both livelihoods and the fragile peace in Miango and surrounding communities.
The group called on government authorities to urgently investigate the incident and ensure that those responsible are held accountable. It also urged security agencies to strengthen surveillance and provide adequate protection for farmers to prevent further occurrences.
In addition, MYDA appealed to humanitarian organizations to intervene by offering immediate support to affected families, many of whom are now struggling to recover from the losses.
While expressing frustration over recurring incidents, the association emphasized that the Irigwe people remain peaceful and law-abiding. It urged residents to remain calm and seek redress through legal means, even as it demanded justice and long-term solutions to the crisis.
The latest incident adds to growing concerns over farmer-herder conflicts in parts of Plateau State, where disputes over land use continue to escalate, often with devastating consequences for local communities.
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