Two hunters killed as bandits launch fresh attack on Plateau community

Two local hunters have been reportedly killed in a fresh attack by some bandits in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State.

It was gathered that these renewed attacks in the state are linked to reprisals between some Fulani herdsmen and the Berom Mikitia groups operating in the area.

In a post shared by Zagazola Makama, a counter-terrorism expert, the bandits launched the attack on the community on Thursday at about 7 am.

Sources in the area said the troops had responded to a distress call from Kum village, however, upon their arrival the hunters were already lying lifeless.

The hunters identified as Haruna Chiana and John Ranka were said to have travelled from Foron District in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area for hunting activities.

They were attacked alongside another victim, Markus Pam who sustained injuries.

Makama also noted that Pam was evacuated alongside the late hunters to the General Hospital in Riyom.

To secure the area from further attacks, security operatives have also launched a manhunt for the suspected bandits.

The particular attack comes weeks after a series of similar incidents in Plateau state, especially in Jos North Local Government Area.

Hundreds of residents of the state are said to have been killed with the state and federal government promising improved security in Plateau.