Plateau killings: End cycle of attacks, reprisals now – Amnesty urges authorities
Amnesty International Nigeria has called on the Nigerian authorities to do more to end the frequent attacks and reprisals in parts of Plateau State, saying residents have been forced to live in constant fear of the next attack. The organisation said Barkin Ladi, Bokkos, Riyom and Mangu Local Government Areas have been particularly affected by […] Plateau killings: End cycle of attacks, reprisals…
Amnesty International Nigeria has urged Nigerian authorities to take immediate action to halt the cycle of attacks and reprisals in Plateau State, emphasizing that residents are living in a state of perpetual fear. The organization highlighted the impact of the violence on Barkin Ladi, Bokkos, Riyom, and Mangu Local Government Areas, where the recent wave of unrest has been most evident.
In a Facebook statement, Amnesty criticized the government's failure to shield citizens from vicious attacks, stating that the crisis in Plateau State underscores the authorities' inability to safeguard the public. The organization emphasized that the situation in rural regions must not become an inescapable part of life, noting that victims are often found in bushes while others are prepared for mass burial.
Over 1,336 people were killed in Plateau State between December 2023 and February 2024, with ongoing attacks, raids, and reprisals extending into 2025 and 2026. Amnesty called for the government to show a genuine commitment to protecting residents by bolstering security measures and ensuring justice for the victims. The organization criticized the authorities' consistent failure to bring the responsible perpetrators to justice, which it said fuels impunity.
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