US EditionPeople flee homes after deadly attacks kills dozens in Central Nigeria
- Armed attacks occurred on April 2, 2025, in five communities within the Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State.
- These attacks followed a similar incident six days prior in the Ruwi community, intensifying concerns about security.
- Operation SAFE HAVEN troops responded to attacks on Tamiso, Daffo, Manguna, Tadai, and Hurti, recovering weapons and motorcycles.
- Commissioner Ramnap stated, "We extend our heartfelt condolences to the victims of the recent invasions."
- The recent violence caused residents to flee, prompting calls for relief from NEMA, SEMA, and the Nigerian Red Cross, while the death toll rose to 60.
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People flee homes after deadly attacks kills dozens in Central Nigeria
At least 48 people have been killed in a wave of intercommunal violence in Nigeria’s Plateau State. The deadly attacks in Bokkos have forced residents to flee their homes. Officials say land disputes remain at the heart of this ongoing cycle of bloodshed.
Amnesty International, ex-presidential candidates react to Plateau killings
Some gunmen reportedly maimed on 2 April no fewer than 10 residents of five communities in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State. The post Amnesty International, ex-presidential candidates react to Plateau killings appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Gov Mutfwang speaks out as scores killed in renewed attacks in Bokkos
Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau has condemned the recent wave of violent attacks in Manguno, Josho, and Daffo communities of Bokkos Local Government Area of the state. The governor, in a statement issued by Mrs Joyce Ramnap, the Commissioner for Information and Communication, on Friday in Jos, called for calm and swift security response. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the incident occurred on April 2 at the early hours of the d…
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