Two farmers were killed and another seriously injured in a brutal attack by suspected Fulani terrorists in Takkas community, Fier Ward of Pankshin Local Government Area, Plateau State, on Sunday and Monday. The assailants ambushed the victims while they were working on their farms, sparking fear and unrest among residents during the critical farming season. The incident has drawn strong condemnation from local leaders and security stakeholders, who are calling for immediate action to bring the perpetrators to justice.
Residents of Takkas community reported that the attackers struck without warning, laying an ambush in the village and targeting farmers in the fields. The violence occurred over two days, with one farmer killed on Sunday and a second on Monday evening. The injured farmer was rushed to a nearby Christian hospital, while one of the bodies was taken to the General Hospital in Pankshin for identification and burial preparations.
Rt. Hon. Dewan Gabriel, the member representing Pankshin North Constituency in the Plateau State House of Assembly, confirmed the killings in a statement he personally signed and shared with journalists. He expressed deep shock and sadness over the loss of innocent lives and described the attacks as barbaric, senseless, and unacceptable. Gabriel emphasized that the community is now gripped by fear, with many farmers hesitant to return to their fields despite the peak of the agricultural season.
In his statement, Gabriel condemned the violence and called for swift action from security agencies to identify, arrest, and prosecute those responsible. He extended his deepest condolences to the bereaved families and the entire Takkas community, praying for divine comfort and peace. He urged residents to remain calm and cooperative with security forces, offering any information that could aid the investigation.
Gabriel also pledged to work closely with security agencies and other stakeholders to ensure a thorough investigation and to prevent future attacks. He stressed that peace and security are fundamental rights for all citizens and must be protected at all costs. The lawmaker’s appeal underscores growing concerns over rising insecurity in Plateau State, particularly in rural farming communities vulnerable to armed attacks.
As the investigation continues, residents remain on edge, hoping for swift justice and lasting peace. The attack in Takkas is a grim reminder of the ongoing security challenges facing Nigeria’s agricultural heartlands, and the urgent need for coordinated efforts to protect innocent lives and livelihoods.
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