The peace of the Gyel community in Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State was shattered again on Monday when gunmen suspected to be Fulani bandits attacked. One resident died and another was injured.
Rwang Tengwong, National Publicity Secretary of the Berom Youth Moulders Association (BYM), confirmed the incident in a statement late Monday. The dead man was identified as 36-year-old Shedrack Dalyop. Tengwong said Dalyop was one of the leaders of the local vigilante group who had helped repel earlier invasions.
Residents found Dalyop’s body after the injured survivor, named as Mang Davou, reached Dalyop’s relatives and reported the attack.
“The incident which seemed to be a targeted attack as Dalyop was one of the leaders of the community vigilante group which defended the community against attacks by the Fulani bandits, occurred shortly after another similar attack in Sabon Gidan Kanar area the same area, further increasing tension and distrust within the community,” Tengwong said.
“This latest killing has further heightened fears among community members. Residents are worried about the recurring attacks and expect urgent action from security agencies,” the BYM spokesman said.
Tengwong called on security agencies, especially Operation Enduring Peace and other relevant authorities, to investigate, identify those responsible and ensure they are prosecuted.
“Our communities deserve protection, and residents should be able to live without fear of violence,” he added.
