BIG STORYCrime & Accidents · Plateau State
Three killed in gunmen attack on mining site in Plateau
Updated 09:49 WAT, · first published 10 Nov 2026, 20:19 WAT · 6 outlets reporting
According to Vanguard, three people were killed when gunmen attacked a mining site in Jol community, Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State. Daily Trust reported the assault occurred around 6pm on Tuesday, with assailants opening fire on workers. Daily Post confirmed at least three artisanal miners died and several others were injured, and that the gunmen were suspected to be Fulani militias.
What we know
- Three people killed
- Attack on mining site
- Jol community, Riyom Local Government Area
- Occurred around 6pm Tuesday
- Suspected Fulani militias
Why it matters: The incident occurred at about 6pm on Tuesday.
Sources
- Report by Vanguard – Vanguard,
- Report by Daily Trust – Daily Trust,
- Report by Daily Post – Daily Post,
- Report by Legit.ng – Legit.ng,
- Report by Linda Ikeji's Blog – Linda Ikeji's Blog,
- Report by The Whistler – The Whistler,
Updates
- – Now also reported by The Whistler
- – Story published - 5 outlets
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