One Killed, Two Injured in Sara-Suka Rival Gang Clash in Jos
By: Zagazola Makama
One person has been killed and two others injured following a clash between rival Sara-Suka gang members from Rikkos and Gangare communities in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 6:30 a.m. on Oct. 30, 2026, prompting troops of Sector 1, Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), to respond to reports of activities involving Sara-Suka cult members in Rikkos community.
The sources said troops arrived at the scene and discovered that rival gang members from Rikkos and Gangare had engaged in a violent confrontation.
The clash reportedly resulted in the death of one Kamis Lawal, a resident of Rikkos, while two other persons sustained injuries.
The corpse of the deceased was recovered and subsequently buried by his relatives, while the injured victims were receiving medical attention.
Following the incident, troops, in collaboration with Keystone security personnel, intensified security operations and dominated the general area to prevent possible reprisal attacks and maintain law and order.
The security agencies have continued to monitor the area to prevent further clashes between rival gang members and protect residents.
