In a devastating attack on Tuesday, gunmen targeted the Kwatas and Daffo communities in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State, resulting in the tragic deaths of seven individuals. The incident has sent shockwaves through the local communities, raising concerns about ongoing security challenges in the region.
Retired Brigadier General Gakji Shipi, Special Adviser to Governor Caleb Mutfwang and Coordinator of the state security outfit Operation Rainbow, confirmed the fatalities. “Seven lives were lost, and several others were injured,” Shipi stated. He assured that security forces are actively pursuing the perpetrators, vowing they will not evade justice. “We’ve restored calm in the affected areas and are committed to apprehending those responsible for this heinous act,” he said.
The attack has once again highlighted the vulnerability of rural communities in Plateau State, where armed violence has become a recurring issue. The state government has reiterated its commitment to bolstering security and protecting the lives of its citizens.
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