Gunmen Kill 12, Abduct 3 Miners in Plateau Community

At least 12 people were killed, three abducted, and five others injured on Tuesday night after armed men attacked local miners in Fan community, Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State.

The attack reportedly occurred around 9:00 p.m. while the victims were engaged in what community leaders described as legitimate mining activities.

Confirming the incident, the National President of the Berom Youth Moulder Association, Barrister Solomon Dalyop, said the miners were attacked without provocation.

“Our people were carrying out their legitimate mining business in Fan of Barkin Ladi Local Government Area around 9 p.m. on Tuesday when armed men attacked them, killing 12 and taking away three others. Five people were injured in the attack,” he said.

Dalyop condemned the assault, describing it as a painful reminder of the persistent insecurity affecting Plateau State, particularly communities involved in lawful economic activities.

The injured victims were rushed to nearby medical facilities for treatment, while search and rescue efforts are ongoing to locate those abducted. Security agencies are yet to issue an official statement on the incident.