At least eight people were confirmed dead on Wednesday following two separate attacks by gunmen in Congo and Zarap communities in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Among the victims was Kenneth Kadish, a member of the Community Peace Service in Bokkos LGA. The first attack occurred around 7 p.m. near the Congo community’s market, shortly after it had closed for the day. Six people were killed instantly in this attack.
In a related incident, two individuals were shot dead in the neighboring Zarap community while standing in front of their homes.
Kefas Mallai, Chairman of the Community Peace Service in Bokkos LGA, confirmed the attacks to *The PUNCH* on Wednesday. “Armed men attacked the Angwa Congo and Zarap communities on Tuesday night around 7 p.m. In Angwa Congo, the people were relaxing after the market day when gunmen opened fire, killing six, including our peace ambassador, Kenneth Kadish. In Zarap, gunmen on motorbikes killed two people standing outside their homes,” Mallai reported.
He condemned the attacks and noted that the incidents had been reported to security agencies. “We have informed the security agents, and investigations are underway to identify and apprehend those responsible,” Mallai added.
The Spokesman for the Plateau Police Command, Alabo Alfred, was not reachable for comment as his phone was switched off.
These attacks add to the growing insecurity in Bokkos LGA, where repeated assaults have left residents in fear and uncertainty.
