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At least three artisanal miners have been killed and several others injured after gunmen attacked a mining site in the Jol community, Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State.
The attack reportedly occurred at about 6pm on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, when the armed men stormed the mining location and opened fire indiscriminately, sending workers fleeing in different directions in an attempt to escape the shooting.
The incident was confirmed on Wednesday by Rwang Tengwong, National Publicity Secretary of the Berom Youth Moulders Association (BYM), who described the assault as disturbing and unacceptable.
According to Tengwong, who quoted an account from a survivor, the attackers were identified by the miners as suspected Fulani militia members because they allegedly communicated in the Fulani language during the operation.
Three miners were reportedly shot dead at the scene, while several others sustained injuries. The exact number of injured victims and their current medical conditions had not been established as of the time of reporting.
The latest incident has once again drawn attention to the persistent insecurity affecting rural communities in Plateau State, where attacks on farming settlements, mining locations, and other vulnerable areas have continued to raise concerns over the safety of residents.
Artisanal mining remains an important source of livelihood for many people in rural Plateau communities. Such attacks therefore threaten not only human lives but also the economic survival of families who depend on daily mining activities to earn a living.
The Berom Youth Moulders Association condemned the killings, describing the victims as innocent people who were carrying out their legitimate activities when they came under attack.
The group called on security agencies to immediately investigate the incident, identify and arrest those responsible, and strengthen security operations around vulnerable communities and mining locations.
However, the allegations concerning the identity of the attackers have not been independently verified, and no official confirmation from security authorities was included in the statement.
The attack raises fresh questions about the protection of civilians in Plateau State, particularly in remote communities where residents often remain exposed to armed violence.
Beyond condemning the killings, residents need to see concrete security measures, timely investigations, and accountability for those responsible. Without effective intervention, ordinary people trying to earn a living could continue to pay the ultimate price for the state’s worsening security challenges.
“Sir Bartholomew White Ebe is a Lagos-based media personality, Music Artist, Producer, and a Relationship Coach and independent journalist. With over seven years of experience tracking political developments and cultural shifts in Nigeria, he specializes in local current affairs, grassroots politics, and community-driven reporting across Lagos State. As the founder and chief editor of Snow Multimedia Connect {SNOW TV}, he leads the editorial team to deliver verified, high-impact stories to digital audiences.”
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