Suspected Militias Kill Four Commuters, Injure Two in Plateau Ambush; Soldier Among Dead
By: Zagazola Makama
Suspected militias have ambushed commuters along the road leading to Belsho community in Ropp District of Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State, killing four people, including a Nigerian Army soldier, and injuring two others.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the attack occurred at about 7:26 p.m. on Nov. 8, 2026, when suspected militias opened fire on commuters along the route.
Troops of Sector 4, Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), deployed at Sho, swiftly responded to the report and moved to the scene.
On arrival, the troops discovered four victims shot dead and two others with gunshot wounds, while the assailants had fled.
During an exploitation of the scene, the troops identified one of the deceased a Nigerian Army personnel who was reportedly returning to his location when he was caught in the attack.
The two injured victims were evacuated to General Hospital, Barkin Ladi, for medical attention.
Following the incident, troops commenced offensive operations and a manhunt for the fleeing attackers. Though, locals blamed the attacks on the Fulani’s, but it has not been fully established.
Sources said that Investigations are ongoing to establish the circumstances surrounding the ambush and identify those responsible.
The attack represents another deadly assault on commuters along the volatile Barkin Ladi axis, as security forces intensify efforts to track down the perpetrators and prevent further violence.
