The [Plateau State Government](https://www.plateaustate.gov.ng) has denounced a reported assault that took place near the State Low‑Cost Housing estate in Bukuru, targeting traders identified as Fulani herders returning from the Bukuru Kara Livestock Market.
Our correspondent indicates that the herders, on their way back to Bassa Local Government Area, were shot by gunmen, resulting in two deaths and eight people sustaining injuries.
Describing the incident as tragic and unacceptable, the state government issued a statement through the Commissioner of Information and Communications, Joyce Ramnap, offering condolences to the victims' families.
Ramnap affirmed that the government has instructed security agencies to probe the circumstances of the attack, including the identities and motives of those responsible, to safeguard lives and property in the Jos‑Bukuru metropolis.
She urged communities, traders, pastoralists and other stakeholders to remain calm, avoid inflaming tensions and refrain from any form of retaliation or vigilante justice.
While investigations continue, the government is engaging relevant parties to reinforce security along vulnerable routes and prevent further incidents. Citizens are encouraged to share any useful information with security authorities to aid the inquiry.
The statement concluded by reaffirming the government's commitment to protecting lives and property, and to fostering a peaceful environment where law‑abiding citizens can conduct their businesses without fear.
In parallel, the [Plateau State Police Command](https://www.npf.gov.ng) also condemned the attack and appealed for calm, noting that police personnel have been deployed to apprehend the perpetrators.
A police spokesperson, SP Alabo Alfred, said preliminary findings show the targeted vehicle was carrying traders returning from Kara Market, Bukuru, Jos. The Commissioner of Police, CP Ayodeji Faniyan, has tasked the Deputy Commissioner of Police for Investigations to lead the probe and ensure the offenders are brought to justice.
The command reiterated its condemnation of the heinous act, wished speedy recovery to the injured, and announced the mobilisation of Tactical and Anti‑Robbery Teams to bolster security in the area. Intelligence efforts have also been intensified to locate and arrest those responsible.
Alfred urged residents to continue their lawful activities and to promptly report any suspicious behaviour to the police.