23 August 2026
Communal violence in Taraba
OpenWatch has recorded 229 reported communal violence incidents in Taraba State, 18 of them in the last 12 months. That is 38% of every incident recorded in the state, and ranks it 5 of 35 among the states where communal violence is reported often enough to profile.
Incidents · 12 mo
18
Fatalities · 12 mo
67
Incidents · all-time
229
Fatalities · all-time
1,596
Latest reported communal violence in Taraba
19 July 2026 · Donga
The Ugondo Mdema Development Association raised alarm over an alleged imminent attack on Tor-Damisa community in Donga LGA, Taraba State, by suspected Fulani militia, with thousands of residents already displaced and farmers chased from their lands. The association cited a pattern of recurring violence in recent months, including earlier attacks in January and February that killed several people and three police officers, and reported the discovery of an alleged militia arms cache by the Nigerian Army.
6 July 2026 · Sardauna / Bali
A policeman was killed and three civilians injured in a night attack by unidentified gunmen in Gembu, Sardauna LGA, prompting a night curfew. Separately, a herder was shot dead by a policeman during a crop-damage dispute in Pangri village, Bali LGA, triggering a retaliatory attack by herders that left more than 10 farmers seriously injured and several houses burned.
3 July 2026 · Karim Lamido
A violent clash between suspected herders and local residents in Gwomu community, Karim Lamido LGA, Taraba State left at least three people dead and resulted in the burning of three villages (Bobbo, Weyam, and Bakau), displacing numerous families to nearby communities. Residents reported no visible security presence during or after the violence.
4 June 2026 · Karim Lamido
A 24-hour curfew has been imposed in Karim Lamido local government area due to a surge in violence and unrest, marked by continued attacks and loss of lives. Authorities are investigating the causes of the crisis and enforcing the curfew to restore peace.
1 June 2026 · Karim-Lamido
Several people have been killed in coordinated militia attacks on communities in Karim-Lamido Local Government Area of Taraba State, with violence spreading across multiple villages. Residents reported that the attacks have forced many to flee into nearby bushes.
26 May 2026 · Takum
An ambush attack occurred in Kofai Amadu community, resulting in the death of a young man. Armed attackers reportedly opened fire on residents in a busy trading area, causing panic and chaos.
11 April 2026 · Lau
A violent incident in Lau Local Government Area resulted in the deaths of two men, including a forest guard, following a confrontation that escalated into mob action. The police have initiated an investigation to apprehend those involved in both the stabbing and the mob retaliation.
3 April 2026 · Takum, Donga
Tiv women in Taraba State have raised concerns over ongoing attacks by suspected armed groups that have led to displacement and loss of farmlands, urging government intervention to restore peace and enable them to return home.
26 March 2026 · Donga, Takum
Tiv leaders in Southern Taraba have raised concerns over emerging security threats as attackers are reportedly regrouping to target local communities. They praised recent security deployments that have helped restore calm but urged for sustained security presence to prevent potential violence.
Other threats in Taraba
About these figures
Counts cover incidents classified as communal violence in Taraba State, drawn from OpenWatch’s incident record, excluding retracted reports and duplicates merged into an earlier report. Figures update hourly. Last recorded: 23 August 2026.
Reported numbers are a floor, not a census. Incidents in remote areas are routinely under-reported, and classification follows how an event was described in reporting, so a low count is not a guarantee of safety. See the full Taraba risk profile for every threat type, or the methodology for how incidents are collected and classified.
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