Sam Philip
Ten persons have been confirmed killed by gunmen in five communities in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Confirming the incident, the Chairman of Bokkos Cultural Development Council (BCDC) Vanguard, Farmasum Fuddang, on Thursday said: “There were attacks yesterday and five villages were affected. It started from Mongor but the attackers were chased out by security forces.
“The attackers 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.”
A statement signed by the chairman of BCDC reads in parts: “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 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 attack occurred just six days after similar attack in Ruwi community where 10 persons were shot dead and three others got injured while observing a wake-keep ceremony.
The State Government has condemned the attacks, pleading for calm among citizens of the state .
The state Commissioner for Information, Joyce Ramnap said: “I extend the State Government’s deepest sympathies to the victims of the recent invasions in Ruwi, Mangor, Daffo, Manguna, Hurti, and Tadan
” I am calling for calm and restraint. Towards this end, I urge our citizens to remain vigilant yet peaceful.
“We commend the efforts of security operatives for their response and urge them to ensure that the Perpetrators of this dastardly act are brought to booK.”