Gunmen have reportedly killed a youth leader and former chairman of the Berom Youth Moulders-Association (BYM), Gashish District, Rwas Paul Danladi, while two other people were injured in separate attacks across parts of Plateau State.
Danladi was reportedly attacked at about 6pm on Wednesday near Rantis Village along the Gashish-Barkin Ladi road while returning to Barkin Ladi on his motorcycle.
The BYM confirmed the killing in a statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Rwang Tengwong, and made available to journalists in Jos on Thursday, The News Edition reports.
According to the association, Danladi was attacked while travelling along the road and died in the incident.
The BYM described Danladi as a respected community leader and expressed condolences to his family, friends and the people of Gashish District.
Two Others Reportedly Injured
The association said additional attacks were recorded in other Berom communities on Wednesday, leaving two people injured.
It said one person sustained serious injuries during an attack around Gwom-Ajang in Foron and was taken to the Jos University Teaching Hospital for treatment.
Another victim, identified as Mafeng Samuel Lamba, was reportedly injured along Sho Road and also taken to hospital.
The BYM further alleged that Bitrus Pam Dadon was attacked along the same road and had his motorcycle stolen.
Calls for Security Measures
The association called on the Plateau State Government, the Nigeria Police Force, the Nigerian Army, the Department of State Services (DSS) and other security agencies to investigate the reported incidents and apprehend those responsible.
It also urged authorities to strengthen surveillance and intelligence gathering along vulnerable roads and communities in Barkin Ladi, Jos South, Riyom and other affected areas.
The BYM called for proactive security measures to prevent further attacks and protect residents.
Efforts to obtain independent confirmation from the relevant security agencies were unsuccessful as of press time.