Five Fulani reportedly killed in targeted attack by Berom Militia near Barkin Ladi
By: Zagazola Makama
Five Fulani men were reportedly killed after gunmen opened fire on a vehicle conveying them from Barkin Ladi towards Jos South in Plateau State.
According to preliminary information obtained by Zagazola Makama, the victims were reportedly travelling to a market when the vehicle came under attack close to a security checkpoint along the route.
Sources said the occupants were unable to escape as the attackers opened fire on the vehicle, killing all five persons inside.
The identities of the deceased and the precise circumstances surrounding the incident were still being verified as of the time of filing this report.
The incident comes amid continuing targeted attacks and reprisal by both the Fulani and local communities in part of Plateau state.
