Gunmen attack Plateau community, killing a pregnant woman and another person.

Gunmen believed to be Fulani bandits entered the Dyan community in Rim Village, Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State on Friday, killing a 32‑year‑old pregnant woman, Mrs. Happiness Pam, and a 24‑year‑old man named Daniel Luka.

Rwang Tengwong, National Publicity Secretary of the Berom Youth Moulders Association (BYM), confirmed the attack in a statement released on Saturday. He said the assailants stormed the village at about 10 p.m. and opened fire indiscriminately, killing the victims and plunging the residents into mourning.

Tengwong condemned the killings, calling the attack “gruesome and unacceptable.” He noted that the association had received reports of the incident with shock and sadness, adding that similar attacks have continued to occur in Riyom and other parts of the state.

“It is heartbreaking that a pregnant woman carrying the hope of a family and an innocent young man with a promising future became victims of yet another senseless act of violence,” Tengwong said in the statement.

“These killings represent not only an attack on individuals but also an assault on the collective peace, security and humanity of our people,” he added.

While extending the association’s condolences to the families of the deceased and the community, BYM called on security agencies to intensify efforts to apprehend those responsible and ensure they are brought to justice.

“BYM also urges the Federal Government and the Plateau State government to take proactive measures to protect vulnerable communities in the state as the violence being visited on rural people is becoming one too many,” Tengwong said.

BYM advised residents to remain vigilant and, where possible, avoid late‑night journeys along vulnerable routes, while reaffirming its commitment to supporting lawful efforts to restore peace and security across the state.

The Plateau State Police Command had not released a statement on the attack as of the time of filing this report.