Plateau State, Nigeria – A brutal attack on Zike and Kimakpa communities in Kwall District of Irigwe Chiefdom, Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State has resulted in the deaths of at least 47 individuals with many others sustaining injuries. The tragic incident took place on Sunday night, leaving the affected communities in a state of mourning and devastation as survivors grapple with the horror they witnessed.
Danjuma Dickson Auta, the Secretary General of the Irigwe Development Association (IDA), confirmed the attack in a recent telephone interview, revealing that the death toll currently stands at 47 and continues to rise as recovery efforts persist. The nature of the violence indicates a meticulously planned and coordinated assault on the community, causing widespread fear and uncertainty among residents.
Despite the gravity of the situation, the Plateau State Police Command and Operation Safe Haven (OPSH) have remained silent on the matter, failing to issue any official statements regarding the tragic events. This silence has left many questioning the effectiveness of existing security measures and the authorities’ dedication to safeguarding vulnerable communities in the region.
This latest attack is just one in a series of violent incidents that have plagued Plateau State, following closely on the heels of the massacre in Bokkos Local Government Area less than two weeks prior, where over 50 individuals lost their lives. The recurrent nature of these deadly assaults underscores the urgent need for decisive action from both the government and security forces to stem the tide of bloodshed and restore a sense of security to the populace.
Community leaders have been vocal in their pleas for intervention, urging swift and resolute measures to put an end to the cycle of violence that threatens to destabilize the fragile peace in the state. Without proactive steps to address the root causes of these attacks and ensure the safety of all residents, the specter of continued bloodshed looms large, casting a shadow over the prospects for lasting peace and stability in Plateau State.