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Troops burnt our houses, vehicles, killed our cattle, Barkin Ladi herders allege

Naija News • 5d ago
Troops burnt our houses, vehicles, killed our cattle, Barkin Ladi herders allege
Spread the word Herders in Luggere and Jong communities of Barkin Ladi local government area of Plateau state Tuesday accused soldiers of invading their settlements, killing cattle, and burning vehicles and homes. The affected residents alleged that the incident occurred at night when armed soldiers reportedly stormed the communities, shot sporadically, and chased residents, including women and children, out of their homes. They further claimed that several personal belongings, including foodstuffs, mattresses, clothes, and other valuables worth millions of naira, were destroyed in the process. Bala Salisu, a resident of Luggere, told journalists, “The soldiers stormed the area and destroyed our property. They destroyed five vehicles, one motorcycle, pump generators, and valuable items...
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