Fulani Community Raises Alarm Over Alleged Killing of 44 Cows in Plateau

The Fulani community in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State has accused suspected Berom militia members of attacking a herder and killing several cattle, with 44 animals reportedly affected.

According to a statement issued on Friday by the community’s Secretary, Abdullahi Yusuf, the incident occurred on Wednesday, November 11, in Mahanga community, Jol Ward.

Yusuf alleged that the attackers drove the cattle belonging to Shuaibu Woje into a restricted area around Tanjol community before shooting at and slaughtering some of the animals. Other herders working for Woje were also reportedly attacked.

The community said the incident was immediately reported to the Joint Task Force, the Nigeria Police Force and the Department of State Services (DSS).

Following security intervention on Thursday, November 12, some of the cattle were reportedly rescued by Mobile Police personnel in Jol and operatives of Operation Enduring Peace stationed at Dakun

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Giving a breakdown of the losses, the community disclosed that six cattle were shot dead, three slaughtered, eight injured, 10 remained missing, while 17 were rescued unharmed.

Describing the incident as a significant economic loss, the Fulani community called on security agencies to investigate the attack, recover the missing cattle and arrest anyone found responsible.

It also appealed to the Plateau State Government to consider compensation for the affected owner and strengthen security around Tanjol, Mahanga and other vulnerable communities.

The community further urged residents to remain calm and avoid retaliatory attacks, stressing the need for justice, accountability and equal protection for all communities

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