The District Head of Manguna in Bokkos Local Government Area (LGA), Plateau State, Alo Raymond, has claimed that the gunmen responsible for the recent attacks on communities in the district are familiar faces.
Speaking to newsmen on Wednesday, Raymond revealed that the attackers are known to the residents, and their actions have left the communities in a state of fear and uncertainty. The attacks, which have resulted in loss of lives and properties, have intensified concerns about security in the area.
Raymond called for immediate intervention from security agencies to apprehend the perpetrators and restore peace to the troubled region.
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He emphasised that the residents’ safety and well-being are at risk, urging authorities to take swift action against the criminals. Raymond also clarified: “More than 50 residents were killed, over 300 houses destroyed, and over 1,000 persons were displaced due to the attack.
“Also, on the 27th of March, mourners were attacked during a wake, 10 people lost their lives as a result of the incident.
“The attackers of our people are not faceless; they are people we know because they didn’t mask their faces while carrying out the criminal act.
“We have given their names to the security agencies and we believe necessary action will be taken,” he said.
Raymond also alleged that the consistent attacks on the communities were geared towards land grabbing.
The district head, who called for the deployment of more security personnel to the communities, insisted that his people would not abandon their land for others to take over.
