Suspected Fulani Militias Kill 10 in Plateau State Attack

Suspected Fulani militias launched a deadly attack on Mandung-Mushu and Kopnanle villages in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State, resulting in the death of about 10 people.

Speaking to journalists on Saturday, Barr Farmasum Fuddang, Chairman of Bokkos Cultural Development Council (BCDC) Vanguard, condemned the attack, describing it as a horrific and senseless slaughter of innocent residents.

Despite the presence of security forces, including the DSS, army, and Police, Fuddang lamented that the attackers, identified as Fulani terrorists, were able to carry out their assault with impunity.

He stated that more than fifty armed terrorists descended upon the villages, targeting unarmed civilians as they slept, setting fire to homes and a place of worship, and gunning down fleeing residents.

The attack, which appeared to predominantly target children, is believed to be part of a broader agenda to impose sharia law and seize control of the lands, Fuddang alleged.

The BCDC Vanguard had submitted a petition to the Department of State Services (DSS) challenging a leaked memo that falsely accused their people of planning violence against Fulani residents.

Despite their efforts, the security apparatus failed to protect the community, raising concerns about collusion or deliberate neglect.

Fuddang demanded immediate transparency and accountability from the authorities, stating that failure to provide satisfactory explanations would lead to legal action.

He emphasized that the community would not allow themselves to be targeted and vilified while those responsible for their safety turn a blind eye.