Body with parts removed found near Plateau market

A body was found behind the Monday Market, with parts removed. A witness, Mr Dawul, described it as a "shocking sight".

There have been recent attacks on herders and vehicles conveying cattle to and from the Kara Bukuru Livestock Market in Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State. According to Daily Trust, two people were killed and eight injured on Sunday when gunmen opened fire on herders returning to Bassa from the market.

Another attack occurred on September 20 in Kassa community, Barkin Ladi Local Government Area, resulting in five deaths and one injury, as reported by Daily Trust. In response to these incidents, Fulani leaders have directed cattle owners and herders to suspend transportation of cattle to the market from October 6 to October 20, 2026.

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