13 Killed In Plateau Community Attack.No fewer than 13 persons have lost their lives after gunmen invaded a community in Plateau State, as Nigeria grapples with insecurity ravaging various regions.
LONDON —
13 persons have been killed and many others injured when gunmen attacked the Ngbra Zongo community of Kwall District, Basa Local Government of Plateau State.
According to reports on the Daily Trust, the incident occurred around 12 midnight while residents were asleep.
A resident of the community, Mr. Philip Alanga, who spoke to journalists on Friday in Jos, said the attackers invaded the community and began shooting sporadically, throwing many residents into panic and forcing them to flee.
“They came into the community and started shooting. They moved from one house to another attacking innocent people,” Alanga said.
13 Killed In Plateau Community Attack
Another member of the community, Mr Chigoji Rocku, disclosed that three of those killed during the attack were expectant mothers.
Speaking on the attack, Secretary General of the Irigwe Development Association (IDA), Mr. Danjuma Auta, confirmed the incident to journalists in Jos, describing the incident as tragic and condemnable
Auta lamented the recurring attacks on communities in Bassa LGA, and other parts of the state.
He also called on security agencies to intensify efforts towards protecting lives and property in rural communities.
Auta further urged security operatives to swiftly track down the perpetrators of the attack and ensure that justice is served to deter further violence in the area.
13 Killed In Plateau Community Attack
Captain Polycarp Oteh of Operation Enduring Peace and SP Alabo Alfred of the State Police Command did not respond to inquiries by journalists.
Troops Uncover Illegal Arms Manufacturing Factories
Troops of the Quick Response Force (QRF) under Operation ENDURING PEACE have uncovered two illegal arms manufacturing factories in Vom, Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State
During the operation, five suspects were arrested and a cache of arms and ammunition was recovered from the factories.
Parading the suspects at the headquarters of Operation ENDURING PEACE, the spokesman of the operation, Captain Polycarp Oteh, said the success followed coordinated efforts by security forces.
He further emphasized that the operation formed part of ongoing efforts by Operation ENDURING PEACE to disrupt the supply chain of illicit firearms and safeguard law-abiding citizens within its Joint Operations Area (JOA).
13 Killed In Plateau Community Attack
“The operation, which was the result of highly intensified and comprehensive human intelligence gathering as well as strategic surveillance, led to the discovery of two illegal arms manufacturing” he said
“During the precision operation, troops arrested five suspects caught in the act of fabricating lethal weapons. A comprehensive search of the sites led to the recovery of a significant cache of weaponry and industrial equipment” he added
He also listed items recovered including “nine fabricated AK-47 rifles, one locally fabricated pistol, four empty AK-47 magazines, seven skeletal AK-47 rifles, and 10 rifle butts”
“Other items recovered are 36 empty shells of 7.62mm special ammunition, four revolver engines, 14 recoiling springs, six hand drilling machines, nine filing machines, four welding machines, and assorted industrial equipment,” he added.
13 Killed In Plateau Community Attack
He further revealed that the suspects and recovered items were in military custody for further investigation.
The Captain noted that the troops were consolidating ongoing covert operations aimed at eliminating the remnants of arms and ammunition already in circulation.
Oteh appreciated members of the public for their support and urged them to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities of criminal elements to security agencies.
Bandits Kill 11 in An Attack On Katsina Community
Bandits have killed 24 people in separate attacks on Jikamshi and Gwalgoro communities in Musawa and Kankia local government areas, respectively, in Katsina State.
The incident occurred on Monday evening at Jikamshi market, where seven people were shot dead as traders were closing for the day.
13 Killed In Plateau Community Attack
The Nigerian troops had earlier neutralised 45 terrorists during a gun battle with bandits terrorising the Danmusa Local Government Area of Katsina State.
Witnesses said about 15 armed men riding motorcycles stormed the market, opened fire, and looted goods worth millions of naira.
The Chairman of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) in Musawa LGA confirmed that the victims had been buried according to Islamic rites.
“The scale of the attack is enormous. We believe in the efforts of the state government, but the situation is beyond its control. There must be moral, financial, and military support from the federal government,” he said.
13 Killed In Plateau Community Attack
Among those killed was Tukur Aliyu, who had returned from Lagos after attending his daughter’s wedding. He left behind three wives, about 20 children, and several
One of his wives, who spoke on condition of anonymity, lamented the family’s condition.
“Our lives are in danger now. He was our breadwinner, struggling to keep the family going. Now he is gone, we don’t know how we will survive,” she said.
Rabi’u Ashiru, 35, a trader dealing in phones and recharge cards, was also killed in his shop at Bakin Kasuwa, Jikamshi. His wedding was scheduled to take place in a few months.
His father, said the loss had thrown the family into mourning and devastation.
13 Killed In Plateau Community Attack
“We are completely confused. We have lost a pillar of the family. He paid school fees, fed us, and catered to our needs. We don’t know what to do,” he said, amidst tears
A former member of the Jikamshi security committee, Bilyaminu Abubakar, who recently relocated to Katsina city due to insecurity, described the attacks as a calculated effort to destabilise the region.
“Those who claimed to have repented but did not lay down their arms are still terrorising our communities. Authorities are aware, but nothing tangible is being done,” he alleged
In the last two months, between March and May, 2026, over 40 people have been killed in Katsina State, according to media reports collated by Daily Trust
Sources include official statements, on-record interviews, public documents and verified reporting.
