Pastor, eight others killed in fresh Plateau attacks

At least nine people, including a pastor, have been killed in separate attacks by gunmen in Plateau State. The attacks occurred in Barkin Ladi, Riyom, and Mangu local government areas between Saturday night and Sunday morning.

According to Daily Trust, five of the victims were passengers in a Vectra vehicle travelling from Gana-Ropp in Barkin LGA to Mangu LGA when they were attacked at about 7:30 p.m. on Saturday. Four passengers and the driver were killed, while one passenger survived. The victims included four miners and the driver, who was from Gindiri town.

The Punch reports that a pastor was among those killed, but does not provide further details. Security personnel have been deployed to the affected communities to restore law and order.

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