Suspected bandits, and armed assailants, launched an attack on the Kulben community situated in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State, resulting in the tragic loss of 10 lives.
The attack on Kulben village was confirmed by Moses Fwan, a resident of the village, on Monday.
Fwan said that the bandits destroyed several houses belonging to villagers before fleeing the community after the incident on Sunday night.
Fwan said, “Armed Fulani militia group attacked our community in Kulben village within Kombun District of Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State.
“The gunmen came to the village at about 10:00 pm on Sunday 10/09/2023 and killed 10 of our people. They also injured many others and destroyed our properties including houses.”
“Presently, our people are mourning the gruesome killing of their kinsmen and arrangement is ongoing to conduct mass burial for the victims.”
The Chairman of Mwaghavul Development Association in Kombun District, Dr. Elisha, who also verified the attack said, “From the information I got, 10 persons were killed during the invasion. I’m on my way to the village.”
Upon contact, Alfred Alabo, the Spokesman for the Plateau State Police Command, stated that his office had not yet received a report regarding the incident.
Similarly, when approached, Captain Oya James, the media officer for the Military Special Task Force responsible for maintaining peace in the state, said he is unaware of the incident.
Nevertheless, James assured that he would initiate an investigation and implement appropriate measures to prevent any future recurrence.