Gunmen kill three women at Plateau mining site

Gunmen kill three women at Plateau mining site

Three women working at a mining site have been killed and another person injured after gunmen attacked the facility at Rakum community in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State.

The incident occurred on Monday, September 28, 2026, when the attackers reportedly stormed the mining site at about 4:30pm and opened fire on workers before fleeing the area.

The spokesman of the Berom Youth Moulders Association, Rwang Tengwong, confirmed the attack to Vanguard, saying three women were killed while another person sustained injuries during the incident. He expressed concern over the safety of residents and workers in the area.

Tengwong called on security agencies to immediately track down the attackers, arrest those responsible and ensure they face justice. He described the incident as another development that had heightened concerns over the safety of people living and working in the community.

A community member, John Silas, also confirmed the incident, saying the attackers opened fire on people at the mining site at about 4pm. 

He appealed to security agencies to intensify efforts to apprehend the perpetrators and prevent further attacks, stressing that residents should be able to carry out their legitimate activities without fear.

Source: Vanguard News