At least 10 people have been killed in renewed violence between Fulani herders and Berom communities in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State, according to a statement from Operation Safe Haven.

The recent surge of violence reportedly began on Monday, May 12, 2025, when suspected youths slaughtered and rustled cattle that had encroached on their farms in Dayan village. In retaliation, suspected Fulani herders attacked Danchindo village on the evening of May 13, killing at least four people before fleeing ahead of security operatives' arrival.

The cycle of violence continued on Wednesday, May 14, when at least 26 cows were killed and several others injured in Darwat community, allegedly in reprisal for the earlier killings. Later that same day, suspected Fulani militias retaliated by attacking an isolated settlement near Wereng Kam community, killing six more locals.

Major General Folusho Oyinlola, Commander of Operation Safe Haven and General Officer Commanding 3 Division, visited the affected areas and met with stakeholders and community leaders in an effort to restore peace.

"The troops' swift response prevented the assailants from completely burning down Wereng village," the statement noted. Security forces have launched a mop-up operation to neutralize fleeing militants and are maintaining a strong presence in the area.

One suspect has been arrested in connection with the cattle rustling allegations and is currently under investigation. Additionally, 130 cows have been recovered and returned to their owners.

The Joint Security Task Force has engaged community representatives to broker peace and warned against actions that could further destabilize the already fragile situation in the region.

Authorities report that normalcy has returned to the affected communities, supported by the continued presence of security operatives working to maintain law and order.

Plateau State has long been a flashpoint for ethnic and religious tensions, with recurring violence between farming communities and herders over land use and resources.