By Patrick Idowu
Tragedy has once more struck Plateau State, as gunmen unleashed terror on Kimakpa village in the Miango district of Bassa Local Government Area, leaving no fewer than 25 people dead.
The brutal attack, which took place around 2:45 in the early hours of Monday, sent shockwaves through the community.
According to reports from Zagazola Makama, a counter-insurgency publication focused on the Lake Chad region, residents raised the alarm, drawing a swift response from security forces.
A combined team of Nigerian soldiers, police officers, and mobile police operatives from Miango confronted the assailants in a fierce gun battle, preventing what could have been an even more devastating massacre.
After the dust settled, a grim search of the area uncovered 25 lifeless bodies, while four severely injured victims were rushed to nearby hospitals.
Additional reports from local sources claimed the death toll could be as high as 47, with the Nigerian Red Cross confirming that at least 22 injured persons are currently receiving medical treatment.
Security forces have since launched an intensive manhunt for the attackers, with reinforcements deployed to secure the embattled community and prevent further assaults.
As of the time of this report, Plateau State Police Command spokesperson Alfred Alabo had yet to release an official statement on the incident.
The latest attack underscores the fragile security situation in parts of Plateau State, as residents continue to call for stronger protection and lasting peace in their communities.
