Gunmen strike in Plateau community, abduct three

Gunmen on Friday abducted three persons in the Kyaram district of Kanam Local Government Area of Plateau State, sparking fresh concerns over rising insecurity in the area.

The victims were reportedly kidnapped while travelling to Dadin Kowa, a neighbouring community, according to a resident, Mr. Shehu Kanam, who confirmed the incident.

He alleged that the attackers are believed to be operating from forested areas connected to the Yankari Game Reserve in neighbouring Bauchi State, describing the reserve as a known hideout for criminal groups.

“The bandits are operating from the game reserve, a well-known place, and they operate at will. Communities have been left to their fate, relying on God and their own efforts to curb the problem,” he said.

Kanam lamented that such attacks occur frequently, with some cases going unreported due to frustration and fatigue among residents. He stressed the need for sincere government intervention to restore public confidence and protect vulnerable rural communities.

“At the level of the Kanam Development Association alone, we have issued several statements urging the government to protect the people, yet nothing seems to be changing. We are becoming hopeless by the day,” he added.

When contacted, the Police Public Relations Officer in the state, Alabo Alfred, said authorities were working to obtain full details of the incident. “We are trying to get the full facts surrounding the matter. We will get back to you on that,” he stated.

Residents have continued to call for a strengthened security presence to stem recurring attacks and safeguard lives and property across affected communities.