NYSC Member killed in Jos violence hours before passing out parade

Tragedy struck in Plateau State as a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member, Haruna Ibrahim, was reportedly killed during fresh violence in the Anguwan Rukuba area of Jos North.

The incident occurred on Tuesday—the same day the corps member was expected to participate in his Passing Out Parade (POP), marking the completion of his national service.

A resident, Peter Ganchok, alleged that Ibrahim was attacked and set ablaze amid retaliatory violence in the community following an earlier assault by unidentified gunmen.

“He was reportedly attacked and burned to death in Anguwan Rukuba by some angry youths… following an earlier attack on their community,” Ganchok said.

He described the development as devastating, noting the painful irony that the deceased had been preparing to conclude his service on the same day his life was cut short.

The killing comes amid escalating unrest in parts of Jos, particularly around Anguwan Rukuba, where clashes in recent days have led to destruction of property and loss of lives.

Students of the University of Jos and residents have raised alarm over growing insecurity, with reports of threats and attacks spreading panic across the area.

The University of Jos Alumni Association also expressed concern over the deteriorating situation, calling for increased deployment of security personnel, including round-the-clock patrols and intelligence-led surveillance to safeguard lives and property.

The incident follows earlier violence in the area, including an attack on a church where property was damaged amid chaotic scenes involving gunshots and stone-throwing.

Although security operatives have since been deployed, residents continue to express fears over what they describe as delayed response and inadequate protection.

As of the time of filing this report, authorities have yet to issue an official statement confirming the killing. The development underscores the deepening security challenges in Plateau communities, with many residents now living in fear as cycles of violence persist.