By Faith Chondol
At least Four community vigilantes have been killed after gunmen attacked Shurum village in Dorowa Babuje, Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State Nigeria’s Middle Belt.
The attack occurred at about 11:56 p.m. on Friday, October 16, 2026, while the vigilantes were reportedly keeping watch over the community.
A community member, Bulus Bature, confirmed the killings, saying the victims were on duty when the attackers struck.
“They were watching over our community when the gunmen struck and killed them,” Bature said.
He lamented that the victims had been volunteering to protect residents when they were attacked and killed.
The National Publicity Secretary of the Berom Youth Moulders Association (BYM), Rwang Tengwong, also confirmed the incident to Journalist.
Tengwong condemned the killings and called on security agencies to investigate the attack and ensure that those responsible are brought to justice.
He also urged the government and security agencies to strengthen security around vulnerable communities to prevent further attacks.
The incident adds to security concerns in parts of Plateau State, where communities have faced repeated attacks by armed groups.
As of the time of filing this report, efforts to obtain confirmation from security operatives were unsuccessful.
No official statement on the attack or the identities of the victims had been reported in the source available.
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