Five Miners Killed in Attack at Plateau State Mining Site

Five miners were killed and two others injured when gunmen attacked a mining site in Marit village, Barkin Ladi Local Government Area, Plateau State, on Saturday, according to community representatives. The casualty figures were reported by Rwang Tengwong, spokesman for the Berom Youth Moulders Association, and community member Simon Mundat. The attack was reported to have occurred at about 1 p.m. while the miners were working at the site. Tengwong and Mundat confirmed the deaths and injuries, but no official information from security agencies was available in the report. The identities and motive of the attackers, whether any suspects had been arrested and the circumstances of the shooting remained unestablished. Tengwong condemned the killings and called on security agencies to strengthen protection for communities. Mundat also appealed for improved security, saying residents should be able to pursue economic activities without fear. The account did not provide further information about the injured miners’ condition or identify them.