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Again, Two Killed As Bandits Attack Plateau Traders

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3 years ago

August 12, 2023

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Just a week after the assault on traders in Heipang community, Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State, unidentified attackers have struck again, claiming the lives of two traders.

The victims, both women, were returning from Kinat Community in the neighboring Mangu Local Government Area when the bandits attacked them on Friday evening.

Kinat Community, situated in Halle Ward within the Mangu Local Government Area, has been marred by this tragic event. Moses Jat, who managed to escape the attack, confirmed the harrowing incident to The PUNCH in Jos on Saturday.

According to Jat, the assailants were Fulani herdsmen who attacked the women from Kinat community returning from the market. Tragically, two people lost their lives, and two others suffered injuries.

Jat said, “Fulani herdmen attacked some women of kinat community coming from the market yesterday (Friday) evening. They killed two people and two other persons also sustained injuries.

“Those who were injured are currently receiving treatment in the hospital . But the question is what exactly did this people want that they are attacking even traders who were returning from the market ? It is by the Grace of God that some of us escaped the attack.

The Media officer for the Military Taskforce in charge of maintaining peace in the state, Captain Oya James could not be reached to speak on the incident when contacted by our correspondent as his phone line was switched off.

Also, efforts to speak with Police Public Relations Officer in the state, DSP Alabo Alfred on the incident proved abortive as he phone rang out when contacted.

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Tinubu (APC) in Jos: Promises to restore peace in the State and Nigeria

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10 minutes ago

November 14, 2026

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has assured displaced residents of Plateau State that the Federal Government will rebuild communities affected by violence and facilitate their safe return home.

Tinubu gave the assurance on Saturday during the APC presidential campaign rally at Zaria Road Stadium in Jos, where he acknowledged the devastation caused by insecurity in parts of the state.

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Recalling his previous visit to Plateau, the President said he was restricted to the airport and could not visit communities in the hinterland.

“The last time I visited Plateau State, I was limited to the airport. Forgive me if you didn’t see me in the hinterland, but I saw the devastation, got the report from the governor, and saw the horror on the faces of our people,” he said.

He added that the situation had since changed, assuring displaced persons that his administration would support the rebuilding of their communities and enable them to return.

“But since then, that has changed; we are forging ahead together. I assure those who are displaced that we will rebuild your communities and bring you back there,” Tinubu stated.

The President said his administration was committed to restoring peace in affected communities and ensuring residents could return to their homes without fear.

On security measures, Tinubu disclosed that 1,000 forest guards were undergoing training, while surveillance cameras were being procured to strengthen security operations.

His assurances come amid persistent security challenges and displacement in parts of Plateau State, where affected communities continue to face the challenge of rebuilding lives and restoring livelihoods.

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Yari Defends Tinubu on Insecurity, Says Opposition Failed to Tackle Crisis for Over 20 Years

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2 hours ago

November 14, 2026

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The Director-General of the All Progressives Congress Presidential Campaign Council (APC-PCC), Senator Abdulaziz Yari, has defended President Bola Tinubu’s administration against criticism over rising insecurity, accusing previous administrations of failing to address the challenge for more than two decades.

Yari made the remarks on Saturday during the APC presidential rally in Jos, Plateau State, where he challenged critics of the ruling party to account for their records on security before accusing the current administration of lacking a clear strategy.

“Those who are saying we don’t have a plan for security, I want to remind them that they did nothing about insecurity for over 20 years because it started during their time,” Yari said.

The former Zamfara State governor assured Nigerians that the APC remained committed to implementing its manifesto, expressing confidence that the party would fulfil almost all its campaign promises by 2031.

He also expressed optimism about the APC’s political fortunes in Plateau State ahead of the 2027 general elections, claiming that political leaders and influential stakeholders in the state had assured President Tinubu of their support.

Yari further commended Tinubu’s leadership, particularly his handling of the nation’s revenue, citing what he described as a significant increase in funds accruing to the Federation Account.

According to him, Tinubu inherited a Federation Account balance of N732 billion in June 2023, but the figure has since increased to trillions of naira.

He said the development reflected the administration’s efforts to strengthen government revenue and improve the country’s financial position.

Yari’s remarks come amid continued public debate over the Federal Government’s handling of insecurity and the performance of the Tinubu administration as political activities gradually build towards the 2027 general election

eau State ahead of 2027.