By Asile Abel, Jos
At least 25 individuals were confirmed dead and four others wounded following a brutal armed attack on Kimakpa Village in the Miango District of Bassa Local Government Area, Plateau State. The attack occurred in the early hours of Monday, around 2:45 a.m., leaving the community reeling in grief and fear.
According to intelligence sources, the assault began when a group of armed men stormed the village, unleashing a hail of gunfire on unsuspecting residents. Panic ensued as locals sought safety, prompting several to alert security agencies about the grave situation.
In a prompt response, a combined team of troops from the Nigerian Army, led by the Sector Commander, alongside the Police and the Police Mobile Force stationed in Miango, rushed to the scene. Engaging the attackers in a fierce firefight, security forces managed to repel the assault, though the damage had already been devastating.
25 lifeless bodies recovered from the village
A subsequent search of the area revealed the grim aftermath of the attack, with 25 lifeless bodies recovered from the village. The injured victims were swiftly transported to a nearby hospital for urgent medical care.
In the wake of this tragedy, security forces have initiated a manhunt for the assailants, conducting extensive combing operations in the surrounding forests. Additional troops have been deployed to reinforce security in the area, aiming to prevent any further violence and restore a semblance of calm to the shaken community.
Local leaders and residents have condemned the attack, calling for increased security measures to protect their villages from such heinous acts of violence. As the investigation continues, the Plateau State government is under pressure to address the growing insecurity that has plagued the region.
The loss of life in Kimakpa Village is a stark reminder of the ongoing challenges faced by communities in Plateau State, as they grapple with the impacts of violence and insecurity. The call for justice for the victims grows louder as the community mourns its dead and seeks a path towards healing and safety.
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