Plateau massacre: Terrorists write community, threaten fresh attacks, UN Calls for Probe

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Plateau Faces Imminent Fresh Attacks as Invaders Issue Threat, UN demands probe.

 

In a chilling development, invaders have issued a fresh threat to a community in Plateau State, just days after a devastating assault that claimed 195 lives in 17 communities across the state.

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The Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the Middle Belt Forum, Stanley Kavwam, disclosed the imminent danger in an interview with Arise Television on Thursday, revealing that the terrorists had sent a letter signaling an impending attack on the Pushit community in the Mangu Local Government Area.

The Police Public Relations Officer in the state, Alabo Alfred, acknowledged the intelligence, stating, “We have intelligence, but we are working on it.

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Residents of Pushit, aware of the threat, expressed heightened fear, with some disclosing that they no longer sleep at night since learning of the imminent danger.

Villagers Beg for Government Intervention:

Joshua Bukat, a resident of Pushit, pleaded for swift government action, stating, “We have been living in fear since the news spread that terrorists are planning to launch a fresh attack in our community.

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He described the alarming content of the threat letter, indicating that the attackers mentioned the villagers would be running in the streets with chicken and Christmas rice in their hands. Urgent pleas were made for government and security agencies to intervene promptly to safeguard lives.

UN Demands Probe into Christmas Eve Massacre:

This shocking revelation comes as the United Nations calls for a thorough investigation into the Christmas Eve attack that claimed 195 lives in 17 villages across the Barkin Ladi, Mangu, and Bokkos local government areas of Plateau State.

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The well-coordinated attacks displaced over 10,000 people, compelling many to seek refuge in churches, mosques, schools, and private residences.

Government Response and Vow for Justice:

Despite the grave situation, the Federal Government has vowed to track down the perpetrators of the Christmas Eve killings.

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The Minister of Police Affairs, Senator Ibrahim Gaidam, expressed solidarity with the people of Plateau State and pledged determined efforts to apprehend those responsible for the “crime against humanity.” He emphasized the government’s commitment to ongoing police reforms and collaboration with stakeholders to address security challenges.

Middle Belt Forum’s Allegations and Pleas for Action:

Middle Belt Forum Deputy National Publicity Secretary, Stanley Kavwam, claimed that the military was aware of the attackers’ identity and hideouts, revealing that security agencies knew of an impending attack before the Christmas Eve massacre.

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Expressing frustration over the lack of intervention, Kavwam accused the security agencies of negligence, stating that despite receiving distress calls, no substantial action was taken.

He underscored the need for urgent government responsibility in protecting citizens and preventing recurrent attacks.

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As the Pushit community awaits the ominous date of December 29 mentioned in the threat letter, the urgency for government intervention and international scrutiny intensifies.

The UN’s call for a comprehensive investigation aligns with the collective demand for justice and efforts to break the cycle of violence in Plateau State.

The eyes of the nation and the global community are now fixed on the authorities, expecting swift and decisive action to ensure the safety of the people and hold the perpetrators accountable.

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  1. This is the result of the Muslim Muslim tickets..
    Christians are peaceful and none violent religion but the Muslims hate them and want them dead.. why should christians suffer for the accidental drone attacks on the Muslims?
    They are killing the christians over what they knew nothing about and the top government and eminent personality Muslims are aware of this..

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