At least 10 people were killed on Wednesday in an attack on five communities within the Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State.
This latest assault comes just six days after a similar attack in the Ruwi community, also in Bokkos, where more than 10 individuals were killed and three others injured while attending a wake-keeping ceremony.
Farmasum Fuddang, the Chairman of the Bokkos Cultural Development Council (BCDC) Vanguard, confirmed the attack to journalists, providing details of how the attackers carried out their deadly operation.
Fuddang explained, “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.”
He also expressed gratitude to the military and police for their prompt response, which he said helped minimize the number of casualties.
“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,” Fuddang said.
The attacks have caused panic among residents, with many fleeing their homes in search of safety.
In response to the tragic events, the Plateau State Government condemned the attacks on the affected communities—Mangor Tamiso, Daffo, Manguna (Tagai), Hurti, and Tadai—on the night of April 2, 2025.
Joyce Ramnap, the Commissioner of Information and Communication in Plateau State, spoke to journalists over the phone, condemning the attacks and calling for calm.
“I extend the State Government’s deepest sympathies to the victims of the recent invasions in Ruwi, Mangor, Daffo, Manguna, Hurti, and Tadai,” Ramnap said.
She urged citizens to remain calm, emphasizing the importance of vigilance.
“I am calling for calm and restraint. Towards this end, I urge our citizens to remain vigilant and peaceful,” she added.
Ramnap also commended the security forces for their quick response and called for the arrest of the perpetrators.
“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,” she said.
