- Mangu and Riyom are confirmed to be local government areas within Plateau State.
- A crisis involving Plateau State and Mangu has been ongoing since September 1, 2026, centering in the area.
Curfews in Plateau State and Mangu Amid Attacks on Communities
- Reports
- 5
- Developments
- 2
- Repetition
- 60%
New informationRepeats or wire copies
What happened
Curfews have been imposed in affected communities across Plateau State and Mangu since September 7, 2026. These curfews are in place despite reports of continued attacks by terrorists and bandits in the region. The violence has resulted in at least 11 deaths over two days, with attacks targeting various communities, including those in Barkin Ladi, Riyom, and Mangu.
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Why it matters
The ongoing attacks are causing severe consequences, including the destruction of homes, churches, and business places. Over 20 hectares of farmland have been destroyed, and livestock has been stolen in the affected areas. The situation raises concerns regarding the security and economic stability of the local government areas.
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Who's involved
- Plateau StateState government facing a security crisis and implementing curfews.
- ManguLocal government area within Plateau State experiencing coordinated attacks.
- Caleb MutfwangGovernor of Plateau State, responsible for the security measures.
- BokkosLocal government area targeted by attacks defying the curfew.
- RiyomLocal government area within Plateau State affected by the crisis.
How this reaches others
Each traced step by step, with the reporting behind itHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Curfew expanded to include Bokkos LGA in Plateau State.1 source
Curfews were imposed in affected communities in Plateau State and Mangu.1 source
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Part of
A crisis involving Plateau State and Mangu has been ongoing since September 1, 2026, centering in the area.Also in this story
- Security threats have endangered mineral extraction operations in Plateau State since September 1, 2026.
- Protesters blocked a highway in Plateau State on September 25, 2026.
- Gunmen attacked the Friday Market indiscriminately in Mangu on September 21, 2026.
- Injured victims are being treated at Jos University Teaching Hospital while police command addresses security threats in Mangu.
Within Mangu and Riyom are confirmed to be local government areas within Plateau State.
The entities involved
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Plateau State
state in Nigeria
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Mangu
local government area in Nigeria
Related events
- The state government imposed a curfew in Bokkos due to ongoing security threats.
- Victims affected by recurring attacks in Riyom, Mangu, and Bokkos of Plateau State on September 21, 2026.
- An alleged incident occurred in Mangu LGA of Plateau State on August 11, 2026.
- Attack on herders and their cattle occurred in Mangu, Plateau State.
- Attacks occurred in communities within Plateau State, involving the Berom Youth Moulders-Association (Bym).