Jukun Youth Group Condemns ‘Senseless’ Killing of Member in Taraba State
The Jukun Youth Cultural and Development Association (JYCDA) has strongly condemned the killing of one of its members, Nwubu Gani Pujen , in what it described as a “tragic and senseless” attack. The incident occurred on the evening of Sunday, August 10, 2025 , in Wukari Local Government Area and has since fueled tension across the community. In a statement signed by JYCDA President Mr. Audu Danjuma on Tuesday, the group alleged that Pujen was murdered after discovering extensive damage to his farmland, reportedly caused by Fulani herdsmen. “This cowardly and brutal act is not only an assault on the life of an innocent man but also a direct threat to the peace, security, and livelihood of the entire community,” the statement read. The association stressed that farmland remains the economic lifeline of rural families, warning that such attacks jeopardize not just livelihoods but the heritage and stability of the area. JYCDA called on s...
