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SAA event in Nigeria on Mon 5th October 2026

5th October 2026

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Two tipper crew members killed in isolated sporadic shooting by Militia in Plateau

By: Zagazola Makama

Two men have been killed in an isolated sporadic shooting by local militia elements in the Gero area of Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State.

Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred at about 5:30 p.m. on Oct. 5 when troops of Sector 6, Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), deployed at Gero, responded to a report of sporadic shooting on high ground in the area.

The troops, upon arrival at the location, discovered two corpses identified as Mr Sani Mohammed and Mr Luka Bature, 50, both bearing gunshot wounds.

The deceased were reportedly the driver and conductor of a tipper vehicle.

Their remains were evacuated to a mortuary, while troops commenced offensive operations and a manhunt for the assailants.

Security forces are continuing efforts to track down those responsible for the attack.

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