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Plateau attacks: Berom diaspora group demands declaration of community terrorists’ enclave

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A group under the auspices of the Berom Diaspora Coalition, BDC, has called on the Nigerian government to declare the Mahanga in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State a terrorist enclave, describing the community as a major stronghold for armed Fulani bandits and terrorists where they come out from to attack villages and retreat to at the end of each attack.

The BDC, in conjunction with other groups like the Berom Educational and Cultural Organization, BECO, Berom Youth-Moulders Association, BYM, the Berom Women Development Association, BEWDA, among others, made the call during a press conference in Jos on Tuesday.

They also urged the government and other relevant authorities to take urgent actions to reclaim displaced ancestral lands and resettle affected communities in the state.

While addressing the press conference with the theme: “Reclaiming Our Lost Ancestral Lands and Resettlement of Our People,” Barry Barnabas Dazih, who represented the BDC, called on the federal and state governments, as well as security agencies to urgently halt violence and killings in the state and do everything possible to reclaim ancestral lands currently being occupied by terrorists after chasing the indigenes away.

Dazih noted with dismay that available records have shown that more than 500 people have been killed between November 2025 and April 2026, with many others injured, displaced, or rendered homeless.

According to the BDC representative, entire communities across Barkin Ladi, Riyom, Jos South, Bokkos, Bassa, and even Jos North Local Government Areas have come under sustained attacks, with a specific reference to the March 29 incident in Angwan Rukuba, which claimed about 30 lives, citing it as evidence that violence has now reached the heart of the state capital.

The coalition alleged that armed Fulani militant elements are carrying out the attacks, describing the pattern of violence as coordinated and persistent.

“From records at our disposal, over 70 Berom villages have been displaced, with some allegedly occupied by the attackers, thereby deepening the humanitarian crisis and increasing the number of widows, orphans, and vulnerable persons,” Dazih said.

Beyond the loss of lives, the coalition lamented widespread destruction of farmlands which it said “is the economic backbone of the affected communities, as well as restricted access to mining sites, accusing the attackers of deliberately targeting livelihoods, thereby compounding poverty and displacement.

“Between November 2025 and April 2026, over 500 people have been brutally killed, some maimed, while houses and farmlands worth millions of naira were destroyed without provocation.”

Describing the attacks as a script from a horror movie, Dazih said innocent residents in the affected communities now live in fear, not knowing where the next attack will come from as Plateau State is currently witnessing a renewed spike in violent attacks and destruction of lives and property.

While lamenting the delay in resettling displaced persons, the group called on the government to mandate committees set up to facilitate the return of internally displaced persons, thereby expediting actions to produce meaningful results.

The coalition further raised concerns over what it described as the failure of security agencies to act on credible intelligence provided by locals.

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Superstar Reggae Artist Jah Device Thrills Fans with Electrifying Performance in Port Harcourt

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Nigerian reggae star Jah Device delivered an electrifying performance in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, captivating fans with his energetic stage presence and powerful reggae sound. The performance drew music lovers and reggae enthusiasts who turned out in large numbers to witness the celebrated artist perform some of his notable songs. This thrilling performance was done on the 45th Bob Marley day and his fans who attended were well thrilled.

In his words, he said Port harcourt is seen as the hidden treasure in the reggae music industry. Looking at how successful the event went because those that were invited showed up and stayed from 6 PM up till 5 AM.
Jah Device said that he used music to fight terror, saying that music is my tool and its value cannot be overemphasized.
He went ahead to say that even in Plateau State, music is one of the biggest employer of labor, For example last year December, we did an event a countdown to new year where businesses recorded high patronage, restaurants and eateries had good sales.
In my band, My band i employ about 20 people who play instruments and do backup for me.
He went ahead went on to appreciate The Mayor of Hounsing My ACE China who is one of the pillars of the music industry. He has been a bossom friend, brother and was my classmate during school days

Jah Device, born Vincent Kaweng Nyam, hails from Plateau State, Nigeria, and has built a reputation as one of the country’s prominent reggae voices. Known for his conscious style of music, he uses his songs to promote peace, justice, love, and social awareness, earning him admiration from fans both within and outside Nigeria. I Am Device aka Jah device is the brand ambassador of the mayor of housing in Nigeria

Over the years, the reggae artiste has gained international recognition through projects and collaborations beyond Nigeria. His song “Revive Justice” attracted global attention and contributed to his participation in international music initiatives, while his work continues to connect with audiences across different countries.

His appearance in Port Harcourt further highlighted his growing influence in the reggae industry, as fans applauded his performance and commitment to using music as a tool for positive change. The event reinforced Jah Device’s status as one of Nigeria’s leading reggae ambassadors on the global stage.

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Weightlifting Federation President Ibrahim Abdul Reveals Five Factors Behind Nigeria’s Recent Heroics In Egypt

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The president of Nigeria Weightlifting Federation (NWF), Dr. Ibrahim Abdul has revealed five factors that helped the country’s contingent excel at the recent African Senior Weightlifting Championship in Ismailia, Egypt, Sports247 reports.

While reflecting on the historic outing, Abdul praised the lifters for their courage and determination, then noted the impact played by proper preparation, adequate welfare and support by all stakeholders.

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Abdul also thanked top shots of National Sports Commission (NSC) for their support and pointed out that the nation’s lifters confirmed that the country remains a strong force on the continent.

The NWF boss noted the role played by NSC’s chairman, Mallam Dikko as well as the director-general, Honourable Bukola Olopade, who visited their camp during the competition.

He also acknowledged that proper preparations and adequate motivation also helped the contingent excel at the championship, where the women’s team placed first wirh a totat of 12 gold medals.

He further described the feat as a strong indication that Nigerian sports can attain greater heights with proper preparation, unflinching support and adequate motivation of the country’s athletes.

His verdict came after Nigeria’s contingent of 10 lifters got one of the country’s most impressive outings on the continental stage, winning a total of 29 medals – 14 gold, 13 silver and two bronze – during the championship.

Abdul further added that the performance was due to total commitment, discipline and fighting spirit displayed by the lifters throughout the competition.

He posited extensively, “This performance is a clear statement that Nigeria remains a major force in African weightlifting. Our athletes showed courage, determination and excellence against the best on the continent.

“The results from Egypt prove that with adequate preparations, proper welfare and continuous encouragement from stakeholders, Nigerian sports can compete favourably anywhere in the world. The future of weightlifting and indeed Nigerian sports is very bright.”

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