Thursday, June 4, 2026 -Troops of Operation Enduring Peace have confirmed the discovery of the body of a community leader, Mr. Joshua Bulus, in Dyan village, Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State.
52-year-old Bulus, who served as the Mai-Anguwa (village
head) of Dyan, was attacked and k!lled on Tuesday evening, June 2, 2026 by
suspected armed Fulani herders reportedly grazing cattle few metres away from
the community.
Military sources disclosed that troops of Operation Safe
Haven responded to a report of a corpse found on the outskirts of the community
in the early hours of June 3.
According to the sources, troops arrived at the scene at
about 8:15 a.m. and discovered the lifeless body of the deceased.
The sources said the victim was found with machete-inflicted
injuries, indicating a violent attack.
Preliminary findings suggested that the deceased had been on
routine night vigilance duty within the area before he was allegedly attacked
by unknown assailants.
Security officials suspect that unidentified criminal
elements may be responsible for the k!lling, although investigations are still
ongoing to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.
The sources added that efforts had been intensified to track
down and apprehend those behind the attack.
They further stated that troops remain deployed across the
general area to prevent further incidents and reassure residents.
Authorities noted that the security situation in the area
remains under close monitoring as operations continue to maintain peace and
stability.
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