Two vigilantes killed by suspected bandits in Plateau

Two members of a vigilante group were fatally shot by suspected bandits in Yelwa village, Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State, according to a report shared by security analyst Zagazola Makama. The deadly clash occurred around 9:10 p.m. on Wednesday. Troops from Sector 4, Sub-Sector 41, Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) were dispatched to the area following reports of sporadic gunfire.

Upon arrival, the military discovered the bodies of two vigilantes, Philibus Maichibi, aged 50, and Pam Alamba, aged 60, both suffering gunshot wounds. The attackers had already departed the scene before the military's arrival. Efforts to locate the assailants were unsuccessful as they fled the area. The military maintained their presence in the vicinity to continue investigations and deter further violence in the community.