Berom youths place communities on red alert after nine killed in Plateau attacks

By Golok Nanmwa

JOS – The Berom Youths Moulder-Association, BYM, has raised the alarm over possible attacks on Berom communities in Barkin Ladi, Riyom and Jos South Local Government Areas of Plateau State, directing residents to remain on red alert.

The warning followed renewed attacks in parts of the state which reportedly left nine persons dead, including passengers and a pastor, heightening tension across affected communities.

In a security alert issued  on Sunday evening  ,President of the association, Dalyop Solomon Mwantiri,  said intelligence available to the organisation indicated a possible threat to Berom villages and communities across the three local government areas.

The statement urged residents to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions in the face of the security situation.

It read:“Intelligence given has it that all Berom villages and communities across Barkin Ladi, Riyom and Jos South should be on Red  alert .”

The development came amid renewed security concerns in the three local government areas following a series of attacks that have resulted in fatalities and displacement of residents.

It could be recalled that at least nine persons were killed in separate attacks in Barkin Ladi, Riyom and neighbouring communities between Saturday night and Sunday morning.

The fresh incidents have continued to generate anxiety among residents, with security agencies intensifying efforts to prevent further attacks and restore calm in the affected communities.

The BYM leadership urged residents to remain alert and promptly report suspicious movements or activities to security agencies and community leaders.

Efforts to reach security operatives for response were unsuccessful.