Gunmen kill herders in Plateau community

Gunmen have killed at least three herders along the Dorowa-Jong road in Barkin Ladi local government area of Plateau State. The incident occurred in a community in the area. No details on the motive were provided in the report.

According to a report by Daily Trust, gunmen attacked herders along the Dorowa-Jong road in Barkin Ladi local government area of Plateau State, killing at least three of them. The incident took place around February 20, 2026, based on the publication date of the report. Barkin Ladi is known for conflicts between herders and farmers in Plateau State. The report does not name the victims or specify the motive behind the attack. Plateau State authorities have not commented on any investigation in this initial report. Such violence is recurrent in the area due to land disputes between herders and farmers.

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