JUST IN:BYM KURU DISTRICT CONDEMNS THE GRUESOME KILLING OF SEVEN YOUTHS AT A MINING SITE

JUsT IN:BYM KURU DISTRICT CONDEMNS THE GRUESOME KILLING OF SEVEN YOUTHS AT A MINING SITE

Reported by Sele Media Africa| Ihuoma Amarachi

The Berom Youth Moulders (BYM), Kuru District, has vehemently condemned the gruesome and senseless killing of seven youths at a mining site in the Kuru area of Jos South Local Government Area, Plateau State, on Wednesday night. The tragic attack has thrown families and the entire community into profound mourning. According to multiple confirmations from security sources and community leaders, suspected armed bandits stormed the mining camp at Capitex, Kuru community, in the early hours, opening fire and killing seven individuals. Several other persons were also reportedly injured in the assault.

Victims of the Attack

The deceased have been identified as:

1. Dung Gyang, 19, married with one child (from Wat)

2. Weng Dung, 26, married with two children (from Chol)

3. Francis Paul, 23, married with one child (from Wat)

4. Samuel Peter, 22, married with one child (from Wat)Jpp

5. Dung Simon, 28, married with three children (from Wat)

6. Pam Dung, 23 (from Wat) N

7. Francis Markus, 15 (from Wat)

Hy(Names provided by BYM Kuru District statement.)

Community Grief and Outrage

In a strongly worded statement, the BYM described the incident as barbaric, unjust, and a blatant assault on the peace and dignity of their people. The association expressed deep sorrow over the loss of young lives, many of whom were husbands, fathers, and a minor youth, whose futures were abruptly cut short by violence. The association extended heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and prayed for God’s comfort and strength during this period of unbearable grief. BYM reaffirmed its stance against insecurity and reiterated calls for justice and protection of Berom youths.

Calls for Action

BYM Kuru District is urging:Plateau State Government and security agencies to urgently investigate the crime.Immediate identification, apprehension, and prosecution of the perpetrators.

Strengthened security around mining sites and rural communities to prevent future attacks.Intensified intelligence gathering and proactive security deployments to safeguard lives. The youth body lamented the persistent insecurity plaguing artisanal mining locations and other vulnerable rural areas of Plateau State. They emphasized that the continued killing of innocent youths cannot be tolerated and called for a robust and decisive response from authorities. Context of Rising Violence

Recent months have seen increased violence in Plateau State, including similar deadly attacks on miners and villagers. The assault in Kuru follows other violent incidents in Jos South and surrounding local government areas, highlighting ongoing security challenges in the region. As efforts continue to restore stability, this latest incident serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for effective security interventions to protect communities and prevent further loss of lives.

Citations:

1. TVC News — Gunmen reportedly kill seven miners in Plateau A report confirming that seven people were killed and others injured in an attack on a mining site in Kuru community, Jos South LGA of Plateau State.Gunmen Reportedly Kill Seven Miners In Plateau — TVC News

2. The Punch — Gunmen kill seven miners in fresh Plateau attackThe Punch reports the incident and notes confirmation of the attack by the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Artisanal Mining.Gunmen kill seven miners in fresh Plateau attack — The Punch

3. Vanguard Nigeria — Berom youths decry killing of seven at Plateau mining siteVanguard details the BYM’s condemnation, identifies victims by name, and includes calls for security action.Berom Youths cry killing of seven at Plateau mining site — Vanguard

4. Daily Post — Seven killed and others injured or missing in Plateau attackDaily Post reports that at least seven persons were killed with dozens injured or missing in the mining site attack. Seven killed, dozens injured, others missing as gunmen attack mining site in Plateau — Daily Post

5. Politics Nigeria — Attack confirmed by government adviserPolitics Nigeria quotes Emmanuel Solomon (Senior Special Assistant on Artisanal Mining) confirming the Wednesday night attack and noting other recent attacks in the area.JUST IN: Terrorists Attack Plateau Community, Kill Seven Miners — Politics Nigeria

6. Royal News — Seven killed in Plateau State mining site attackRoyal News provides additional context including remarks on repeated attacks and the need for urgent government action.Although not directly about this specific incident, these sources help frame the wider insecurity issues in mining communities in Plateau State: • BusinessDay — Previous mining site attack in Plateau (December 2025)Reports a deadly attack on a mining site that killed 12 miners, highlighting broader security challenges in the region. Gunmen kill 12 miners, others missing in attack on Plateau mining site — BusinessDay

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