**Bandits Ambush, Kill Soldiers, Vigilantes in Plateau State Community** A tragic incident has unfolded in the Kanam Local Government Area of Plateau State, where bandits ambushed and killed a group of soldiers and vigilantes in the Wanka community of Kyaram district. According to the Kanam Development Association (KADA), the umbrella body of people in the area, 12 soldiers and 8 vigilantes lost their lives in the attack. The incident occurred when a patrol team of security personnel, comprising military personnel and local vigilantes, was ambushed on their way to the attacked village. The patrol team was on routine duty, moving across the communities of Garga, Kyaram, Gyambau, and other neighboring settlements. The Kanam Development Association has described the incident as "unfortunate" and "painful," noting that although some of the bandits were neutralized during the encounter, the loss of life was unacceptable. The group also reported that the bandits made away with properties worth millions of naira, including cattle belonging to innocent residents. This attack is not an isolated incident in the region. The communities around Garga, Kyaram, Gyambau, and neighboring settlements have been at the mercy of bandits for some time now. The situation is further complicated by the vulnerability of rural communities, which often bear the brunt of such attacks. The Kanam Development Association has expressed its condolences to the families of the fallen soldiers and vigilantes, urging the authorities to take concrete steps to address the security challenges in the region. The association also called on the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the authorities. As the people of Plateau State continue to grapple with the rising tide of insecurity, the incident in Kanam LGA serves as a stark reminder of the need for a more proactive approach to addressing the security challenges facing the country.