The Digest:
The Fulani community in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State has issued a strong warning over what they describe as unprovoked attacks on herders by local youths. According to a statement from community secretary Abdullahi Yusuf, the latest incident saw herder Aliyu Sale Shehu sustain gunshot injuries and several cows killed, raising fears of escalating violence in the region.
Key Points:
- The Fulani community in Riyom LGA reports an attack on herder Aliyu Sale Shehu.
- Incident occurred on October 2 in the Rim community, Riyom, Plateau State.
- Herder sustained gunshot injuries; one cow was killed, and eight others were wounded.
- Community secretary Abdullahi Yusuf described the attack as unprovoked.
- The statement warned that continued attacks could trigger reprisals.
- Community laments government inaction and silence from leaders.
- Demanded immediate security intervention from the Plateau State Government.
Sources: Daily Post Nigeria
