Tragedy struck the peaceful village of Nchya in the Mangu district of Mangu Local Government, Plateau State, as gunmen carried out a brutal attack that resulted in the death of five individuals. The incident occurred in the early hours of Sunday, reportedly around 1:00 am, leaving the community in shock and mourning.
Eyewitnesses from the area recounted the harrowing events, and Joshua Musa, an onlooker, confirmed the unfortunate loss of lives. In response to the grim situation, the Nchya community took the initiative to transport the deceased bodies to Mangu town in a pickup vehicle. This gesture sparked a wave of mass protests in Mangu town, underscoring the gravity of the tragedy and the community’s collective grief.
Nchya village, located merely 3 kilometers away from Mangu town, has been shaken by this senseless act of violence. The news of the attack and the subsequent loss of lives has rippled throughout the region, prompting concern and calls for justice.
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However, as of the time of this report, Plateau State Police spokesman, DSP Alfred Alabo, stated that he had not received an official report from the area’s Divisional Police Officer (DPO). The lack of official communication highlights the need for prompt and thorough investigation into the incident to ascertain the details and motives behind the attack.
This grim incident serves as a stark reminder of the security challenges faced by certain communities in the region and the urgent need for enhanced measures to ensure the safety and well-being of residents.
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The loss of five innocent lives is a sobering call to action for both local authorities and security agencies to collaborate in preventing further tragedies and holding those responsible accountable for their actions.
If not the Fulani jihadist and cohorts.Who are those doing the killings???.Something is wrong in yesterday’s and today’s Nigeria. ‘GASKIA!!!’