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Tragedy As Eight Persons Are Killed In Fresh Plateau Attack

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3 years ago

June 17, 2023

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As many as eight people have been killed in a fresh attack by gunmen on Friday night in Rawuru community, Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau state, The PUNCH reports.

A youth leader in the community, Solomon Dalyop confirmed the killings to The PUNCH in Jos on Saturday.

Dalyop said “So far, we have confirmed that eight persons were killed during the attack last night in Rawuru community in Barkin LGA. What we don’t understand is that before the attack took place, some soldiers came to the village in the afternoon. We also saw them in the night.

“And yet, the villagers were attacked leading to the killing of the victims who were in their homes. How come the assailants will carry out the attacks successfully without being apprehended by the soldiers and the security agents who are also within the community?”

Another community leader and president Global Society for Middle Belt Heritage, Jerry Datim who described the attacks as one too many called for an investigation into the activities of the personnel of the Military Taskforce deployed to maintain peace in Plateau communities.

He also noted that a total of 276 persons had been killed in different communities in the past month following the persistent attacks with over 30,000 displaced.

“We have the Mass grave sites where deceased bodies were buried for those that care to go round and see for themselves. Thirty thousand (30,000) IDPs were scattered in Mangu, Panyam, Mangu Halle, Yilpo (Sabon Gari) Fan in Barkin Ladi, Maikatako in Bokkos, Marish in Bokkos, Bukuru in Jos-South and a lot in Jos North LGAs of Plateau State.

“We also want to bring to your notice that our children both at Primary, Secondary Schools and some students of tertiary institutions in the affected Local Governments have missed their examinations such as; the Junior NECO Exams set for JSS 3, also the ongoing Senior Secondary School Examination and the Tertiary examinations due to forceful migration of our people to various places as IDPs president stated.

“We want to thank our Plateau ethnic brothers that have been supportive of our people and we wish to regret with shock the silent position of SEMA and NEMA which before now were known for their quick response in time like this but until now we have not felt their presence. We are calling on SEMA to work in accordance with their constitutional responsibilities and attend to the 30,000 IDPs scattered across the state.

The group accused the Military Special Taskforce in charge of maintaining security in the state of not doing enough to secure the lives of the people.

They called on the federal government to disband all military checkpoints in the state and replace them with that mobile police for more operational effectiveness

“We want our people who were displaced to be returned to their ancestral land with immediate effect. The federal government should also see to their welfare and security. While waiting for the vacation of the Fulani from our ancestral lands, any subsequent attack on any community henceforth, the Leaders of the Fulani should be held responsible for harboring the assailants,” the group warned.

Efforts to speak with the Spokesman for the Police Command in the state, Alabo Alfred proved abortive as he did not pick up his calls when contacted on the latest attacks in the affected communities.

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President Federation Cup: Aluo charges NNL teams ahead Round of 16

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48 minutes ago

June 4, 2026

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Nigeria National League, NNL, Chairman, Mr George Aluo, has urged NNL clubs to push for quarter-final qualification in the 2026 President Federation Cup.

Four teams from the NNL have qualified for the Round of 16 of the competition.

They are Sokoto United, Adamawa United, Kada Warriors and Basira FC.

Sokoto United will face Adamawa United at the Abuja Area 3 Stadium, while Plateau United will take on Basira FC at the Abuja Goal Project.

The match between Kada Warriors and Wikki Tourists will hold at the Abuja Area 3 Stadium.

All the matches are scheduled for Saturday, June 6, 2026.

Aluo urged the teams to give a good account of themselves, citing the strong record of second-tier teams in recent editions.

“It’s a thing of joy that, like the last three seasons, four NNL sides are in the Round of 16 of this year’s President Federation Cup, which is an indication of the quality of the second-tier league,” Aluo was quoted as saying by Newstap.

“And as they go into the matches on Saturday, I urge them to put in their best and maintain the momentum.”

DAILY POST recalls that NNL side Abakaliki FC reached the final of the competition last year.

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Rivers United Confirm Players and Officials Escape Serious Injury After Team Bus Accident

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5 hours ago

June 4, 2026

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Rivers United FC have confirmed that members of the club’s contingent were involved in a road traffic accident while traveling to Awka, Anambra State, for their President Federation Cup Round of 16 clash against Nasarawa United.

Sports247 reports that according to a statement released by the club on Thursday, the incident occurred along the Obiri-Ikwerre Airport Road on the outskirts of Port Harcourt shortly after the team departed from its camp en route to the crucial cup fixture.

While the accident caused understandable concern among supporters and stakeholders, the club confirmed that there were no fatalities or life-threatening injuries. Some players and officials sustained minor injuries and are currently receiving medical attention.

The club stated that all affected individuals are in stable condition and are being closely monitored by the team’s medical personnel.

In its official communication, Rivers United emphasized that the safety, health, and welfare of players and officials remain the club’s highest priority. Management is continuing to assess the situation while ensuring that everyone involved receives the necessary care and support.

The incident comes as Rivers United prepare for an important Federation Cup encounter, with the club now expected to review its travel and match arrangements in light of the accident.

The club also expressed gratitude to supporters, partners, and members of the football community for their prayers, concern, and messages of support following news of the incident.

Further information regarding the team’s travel plans and the status of the Round of 16 fixture against Nasarawa United is expected to be communicated by the club in due course.

The development serves as a reminder of the challenges often faced by football teams traveling across the country for domestic competitions. Fortunately, the absence of serious injuries means the focus can now shift toward the recovery of those affected and preparations for upcoming fixtures.

For now, the Rivers United family will be relieved that what could have been a far more tragic incident ended without loss of life, with players and officials expected to recover fully from the minor injuries sustained.

The thoughts of the Nigerian football community remain with Rivers United as the club navigates this difficult moment and looks ahead to its Federation Cup campaign.