About 10 persons have been reportedly killed in another attack on five communities in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State.
This attack occurred barely six days after a similar attack in Ruwi community where 10 persons were shot dead and three others sustained injuries while observing a wake-keep ceremony.
Confirming the incident Thursday, Chairman of Bokkos Cultural Development Council, BCDC, Farmasum Fuddang narrated how the attackers carried out the attacks.
According to him, “There were attacks on Wednesday and five villages were affected. It started From Mongor, but the attackers were chased out by security forces. The attackers then moved to Daffo, but security agents swiftly responded and chased them out. After Daffo, they went to Manguna, Hurti and Tadai villages and launched attacks.“
A statement signed by BCDC ‘s chairman said: “In just one week, we have lost over 20 community members due to these marauding terrorists. On April 2 alone, they killed over 10 people.
“All thanks to the military and police for their swift response to distress calls, which helped minimise 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.”
It was gathered that the latest attacks forced residents of the affected communities and their neighbors to flee for their lives.
Meanwhile, the Plateau State government has condemned the attacks.
The Commissioner for Information, Joyce Ramnap also pleaded for calm among citizens.
“I extend the state government’s deepest sympathies to the victims of the recent invasions in Ruwi, Mangor, Daffo, Manguna, Hurti and Tadai.
“I am calling for calm and restraint. Towards this end, I urge our citizens to remain vigilant, yet peaceful.
“We commend security operatives for their response and urge them to ensure that the perpetrators of this dastardly act are brought to book,” the commissioner noted.
