16-year-old girl killed while returning from river in Plateau

A 16-year-old girl named Salomi Ishaya was killed on October 4, 2026, while returning from a river in Luwaran village, Kawam District, Bassa Local Government Area, Plateau State. Security analyst Zagazola Makama reported that unidentified assailants attacked the young girl around 7 pm on that fateful day. Troops from Sector 1 of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) in Jengre received a report of the attack and responded promptly.

Upon arriving at the scene, the troops discovered the victim's body, while the attackers had managed to escape. The victim's remains were subsequently transferred to the mortuary of the SDA Hospital Mission in Jengre. Makama further stated that security personnel, in collaboration with Keystone Security operatives, were actively pursuing leads to apprehend the perpetrators and ensure they face the consequences of their actions. Investigations into the incident are underway to determine the motive behind the attack.