By Sabiu Abdullahi
Less than a day after President Bola Tinubu met with families of victims in Plateau State, fresh violence has been reported in the area.
The president had visited Jos, where he held a brief meeting with grieving families at Yakubu Gowon Airport following earlier attacks in Angwan Rukuba, Jos North Local Government Area. During the visit, he reassured residents of improved security.
“To the victims, there is nothing I can give you, whether in billions of naira, but I can console you and promise that this experience will not repeat itself,” Tinubu had said.
Despite the assurance, gunmen struck again on Friday night. The attack occurred in Nyango Gyel community, located in Jos South Local Government Area. Reports indicate that at least three people lost their lives.
Sources said the assailants stormed the community at about 10:40 pm. They fired shots indiscriminately before escaping from the scene.
The Secretary of the Berom Youth Moulders Association (BYM), Rwang Tengwong, confirmed the incident. He condemned the attack and described it as another act of violence against residents.
“This cycle of attacks on our rural communities must stop. We call on security agencies to act swiftly and bring the perpetrators to justice.”
“We urge heightened vigilance among residents of rural communities in Jos South, Riyom, and Barkin Ladi Local Government Areas,” he said.
Police authorities have yet to provide full details on the incident. The Police Public Relations Officer in Plateau State, Alfred Alabo, said he was in a meeting when contacted and promised to respond later. He had not issued further comments as of the time of filing this report.
The latest attack has raised fresh concerns about security in Plateau State, especially in rural communities that have faced repeated violence in recent times.
