The Plateau state chapter of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) has accused the army of killing five of its members. The body said houses were also set on fire, leading to the loss of millions of naira,
This is contained in a statement signed by the chapter’s chairman, Muhammed Nura, where he alleged that the soldiers carted away 400 cows after shooting down over 40. According to the statement, the carnage has left over 2,764 people displaced with others seeking refuge in neighboring villages. It called on NEMA to help with the displaced persons.
“For the avoidance of doubt; Baddikko Rogo, Adamu Musa, Salisu Ibrahim, Usman Ali Wada, Babangida Bajjhe and Damina Kiri were brutally killed and their villages of Rafiki, Dutsen Kura, Maraban Dere and Rafin Bauna all Fulani villages were affected and set ablaze,” the statement alleged.
