Fresh violence erupts in Plateau communities with casualties reported

Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State have once again being attacked by Armed men, leaving at least 10 people dead.

This was confirmed by Bokkos stakeholders, stating that the attacks occured on Wednesday night.

While the State Police Command and Operation Safe Haven is yet react to the incident, Farmasum Fuddang, Chairman of the Bokkos Cultural Development Council (BCDC), confirmed the attacks. He made it known that, the assailants began their assault in Mongor before advancing to Daffo, Manguna, Hurti, and Tadai communities.

This incident comes just six days after a similar attack in the Ruwi community, where gunmen opened fire during a wake-keeping ceremony, killing 10 people and injuring three others.

“There were attacks yesterday and five villages were affected. It started from Mongor, but the attackers were chased out by security forces. They then moved to Daffo and attacked the community, but security swiftly responded and chased them out. After Daffo, they went to Manguna, Hurti, and Tadai villages and launched attacks.” Fuddang said.

Going further, he said that in just one week, over 20 community members have been lost to these relentless terrorist attacks.

“On April 2 alone, they killed over 10 people. All thanks to the Nigerian military and Police for their swift response to distress calls, which helped minimize casualties. We extend our deepest sympathies to the victims of the recent invasions in Ruwi, Mangor, Daffo, Manguna, Hurti, and Tadai. We call on emergency agencies such as NEMA, SEMA, and the Nigerian Red Cross to swiftly provide relief to the displaced and injured.” The chairman stated.