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Troops Repel Bandits’ Attack in Plateau, Three Killed, Four Injured

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9 months ago

August 14, 2025

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Three persons were killed and four others injured on Wednesday when gunmen invaded Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State.

The attack, which occurred at about 7:30 a.m., targeted Gwon village in Rim Community. Those killed were identified as Stephen Maigadi, 57; Josiah Dachollom, 32; and Davou Sunday. The injured include Silvester Joshua, 23; Samson Musa, 25; Joshua Daniel; and Jonathan Yakubu.

In a statement, President of the Berom Youths Moulder-Association (BYM), Barr. Dalyop Solomon, said the incident was carried out by “three groups of armed foot soldiers” who had made failed attempts to invade the village for three consecutive days.

“Shortly after the inhabitants concluded Christian morning devotion, the attackers struck, killing three unsuspecting residents,” the statement read.

According to BYM, a second assault occurred later the same day at about 6:46 p.m. in Rinyan village, Tahoss Community, also in Riyom LGA. The gunmen were repelled by personnel of Operation Safe Haven’s Sector 6, who reinforced police officers already on the ground.

BYM commended the security agencies for their swift intervention, describing it as a confidence-building measure in community safety.

The group, however, urged the Federal and State governments to declare “Bangai Fulani and other assailant-infested areas” as terrorist enclaves to restore peace in Berom land and across Plateau State.

It also called on local vigilantes and other community-based security outfits to maintain close collaboration with conventional security agencies to safeguard lives and property.

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Musk’s xAI is running nearly 50 gas turbines unchecked at its Mississippi data center

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May 13, 2026

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Elon Musk’s xAI is running nearly 50 natural gas turbines at its Mississippi data center, power plants that the state is currently not regulating thanks to a loophole.

The power plants are considered “mobile” by the state of Mississippi because they are sitting on flatbed trailers, thus allowing them to dodge to air pollution regulations for one year. The NAACP, which has filed a lawsuit on behalf of residents in the area, says the unchecked emissions from the turbines is worsening air quality in an already polluted region. This week, it asked the court for an injunction against xAI.

At issue is the “mobile” nature of the turbines. The Southern Environmental Law Center, which filed the lawsuit on behalf of the NAACP, says the turbines are being operated in violation of federal law, which says that power plants mounted on a trailer can still be considered stationary and subject to air pollution regulations.

XAI has been granted permits for 15 of its turbines. A Greater Memphis Chamber of Commerce press release previously said that “about half” of the 35 turbines in operation in May 2025 would remain on site. However, xAI has continued to install more. Currently, it’s operating 46, according to a local news report.

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Plateau relaxes curfew in Jos North after attack by bandits

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1 hour ago

May 13, 2026

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The Plateau State Government has reviewed the curfew imposed on Jos North Local Government Area following a satisfactory security assessment carried out in the affected area.

This was disclosed on Wednesday by Joyce Ramnap, the commissioner for information and communication.

According to her, the decision followed a satisfactory assessment of the security situation in the area.

“Curfew earlier imposed on the area is hereby further relaxed. Effective Wednesday, May 13, 2026, the curfew will now run from 10:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. daily,” Ms Ramnap said.

“Residents are advised to continue to comply strictly with the directive and cooperate with security agencies,” she added.

She urged residents to remain law-abiding, vigilant, and report suspicious activities to security agencies, while appreciating their cooperation and understanding.

Ms Rambap also advised residents to report suspicious activities to security agencies.

The curfew was imposed following a deadly attack in Angwan Rukuba community where more than 30 persons were killed in the attack.