13-year-old herder killed in Plateau
A 13-year-old herder, Abubakar Sadi, has allegedly been killed by security operatives in Dakun community, Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State. Security personnel, including soldiers, DSS operatives and mobile policemen, have been stationed in the area to maintain law and order following incessant clashes between farming and herding communities. Chairman of the Miyetti Allah […]
A 13-year-old herder from Dakun community in Plateau State's Riyom Local Government Area was allegedly killed by security operatives, according to reports. Abubakar Sadi, a herder, was reportedly shot while grazing between 1pm and 2pm on a day when security forces were present in the area. The Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) chairman in Riyom, Alhaji Bello Adamu, confirmed the incident.
A community leader, Ibrahim Chiroma, stated that the herders were participating in a peace meeting when gunshots were heard. Upon reaching the scene, they encountered DSS personnel dispersing the herders and later discovered the body. The DSS and Operation Enduring Peace officials denied involvement in the killing, stating they were unaware of the incident and would investigate.
The herder's brother, Sanusi Auwal, described the act as brutal, emphasizing that the victim was merely grazing peacefully and had faced no provocation. He appealed to both the state and federal governments to provide justice and compensation for the victim.
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