Women from the Gashish community in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State dismantled a military checkpoint on 20 April.
They took the step during a protest over several cases in which terrorists caused residents to lose their lives while security forces did not protect the area.
The women moved in and cleared the checkpoint themselves.
They say the soldiers stationed there had not stopped the incidents that left people without protection.
However, the action has now sparked wide discussion online.
Many residents point to what happened in late March in Angwan Rukuba, where more than 28 people lost their lives in a similar case involving terrorists.
As a result, people across Plateau State continue to question the role of the checkpoints and why they have not brought safety to local communities.
The event shows how frustration has grown after repeated cases where terrorists operated and security forces did not step in.
Residents hope the protest will push for better protection so that such losses do not keep happening in the region.
