Unidentified gunmen suspected to be bandits have attacked Daron village in Gyel District, Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State, leaving two people dead.
The incident which reportedly occurred on Tuesday around 7:50 pm also left another person injured.
Confirming the killings on Wednesday, a youth leader in the community and President of the Berom Youths Moulders Association, Solomon Dalyop, said, “In another turn of events at about 7:50 pm on 21st October, 2025, bandits suspected to be armed Fulani attacked and shot dead two people, among whom is Mr Pam Choji, and one was injured at Daron village of Gyel District in Jos South LGA.”
According to him, the attack followed an early warning of planned raids on villages in Gyel and neighbouring settlements.
“The bandits, suspected to be armed Fulani, just opened fire on the community. The attack followed an early warning of planned attacks on villages of Gyel and neighbouring settlements,” he added.
The Plateau State Police Public Relations Officer, Alabo Alfred, also confirmed the incident stating, “Yes, we are aware of the incident. We have just finished our monthly press briefing, and we are moving to the community right now.”
DAILY POST reports that the latest attack highlights the ongoing security challenges in Plateau State, where several communities have recently experienced violent attacks.
Governor Caleb Mutfwang had reiterated that his government, alongside security agencies, is determined to end these nefarious activities and insisted that it is time for perpetrators to renounce violence and embrace peace.
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