Gunmen kill farmer in Plateau village attack

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A farmer identified as Bitrus Dakwan has been killed in a brutal attack by suspected Fulani herdsmen in the Kubon community, Kombun District of Mangu Local Government Area, Plateau State.

Some villagers who confirmed the attack told PUNCH Metro in Jos on Monday that the attack occurred on Sunday, with the gunmen invading the community and shooting sporadically .

A community leader, John Maikwudi, described the incident as “unbearable” and called for urgent action to stop the attacks.

According to Maikwudi, the attackers stormed Dakwan’s house, killing him instantly.

“Yes, there was an attack in our community yesterday, and a young man, a farmer, was killed .His name is Bitrus Dakwan . He was killed last night, Sunday, October 2, 2025, following the attack in the Kubon community in Kombun District of Mangu Local Government by Fulani herdsmen.

“The young man was in his house when the attackers came and killed him. He was still mourning his elder brother, who died last month after he fell sick,” Maikwudi said.

He attributed the quick response of villagers and security agents to having prevented further casualties. Punch