Deadly Night Raid Strikes Nigerian Community
Tragedy has struck a farming village in Nigeria’s Bokkos County, where a night raid resulted in the deaths of 11 Christians, including a pregnant woman, her husband, and a young girl of 10 years.
Suspicions point towards Fulani militants as the perpetrators of the attack, which unfolded over 45 harrowing minutes in the village of Ruwi. The victims had gathered to honor an esteemed 87-year-old community elder.
International Christian Concern has raised alarms regarding the perceived inadequacy of security measures. Despite the proximity of Nigerian military and security forces to the scene, locals argue that protection was insufficient.
Reports from Christian leaders indicate a troubling pattern where communities receive forewarnings of impending attacks, yet such alerts fail to prompt a timely response from security forces, exacerbating the toll of casualties.
Amnesty International Nigeria has urged governmental intervention, emphasizing the dire consequences of official inaction. “The inaction of authorities has left people exposed to violence, resulting in devastating losses,” they stated.
Plateau State Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang condemned the violent incident, advocating for enhanced security measures. He stressed, “This brutal assault is not just an attack on individuals on our shared humanity. We will work tirelessly to ensure those responsible are brought to justice.”
In a related development, Bishop Wilfred Anagbe recently addressed the British House of Lords, voicing concerns over Nigeria’s deteriorating state. He highlighted the distressing normalization of anti-Christian violence, particularly during Christmas, in certain regions. The bishop urged the UK government to leverage its diplomatic and economic ties with Nigeria to address these humanitarian issues. Read more.
This article was originally written by www.christiantoday.com
