Suspected armed herders have killed two youths in Kyeng village, Bachi District, Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State. The Berom Youth Moulders Association (BYM) confirmed the incident in a statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Rwang Tengwong.
Details of the Attack
The association said the incident took place on Sunday, May 10, 2026. According to the statement, the victims, identified as Peter Dung, 22, and Amos Bele Danbwarang, 19, were ambushed and shot dead at about 7:20 pm. The attackers then fled into nearby bushes.
BYM Condemns the Killing
BYM described the attack as barbaric, inhuman, and part of the continued assaults on innocent native communities in Plateau State. The statement read: "The Berom Youth Moulders Association (BYM), under the leadership of Barr. Dalyop Solomon Mwantiri, strongly condemns the killing of two Berom youths by Armed Fulani Terrorists at Kyeng village in Bachi District of Riyom Local Government Area on Sunday, 10th May, 2026."
Call for Justice
The association called on security agencies to immediately go after the perpetrators and ensure justice is served. It also urged government at all levels to take decisive steps towards ending the persistent killings across Plateau communities. BYM extended its condolences to the families of the victims and the people of Bachi District over the painful loss.
