Nigeria: Pastor, 27 Others Killed in Plateau in 1 Week Despite Curfew - ICC

What the report says

A report distributed by AllAfrica and originally published by Leadership says at least 28 people, including a pastor, were killed in a week of attacks across Plateau State in central Nigeria, even after a dusk-to-dawn curfew was imposed to curb the violence. The incidents were reported between September 13 and 20 in several local government areas, including Barkin Ladi, Bokkos, Mangu, Riyom and Jos South.

The report, citing International Christian Concern and local witnesses, said Pastor Samuel Nandi was killed while traveling to a church service in Maraban Kantoma, Barkin Ladi. His son was also shot and taken for treatment, according to a traditional ruler quoted in the story. The article said gunfire continued in nearby communities after the attack, and residents described fear of further violence, including a reported drone sighting that some believed could be linked to armed groups.

Leadership also reported other deadly incidents during the same period, including attacks at Dungus Junction in Jos South, Ta-Hoss in Riyom, Vodni in Mangu, Gana-Ropp in Barkin Ladi and Ndar in Bokkos. The violence has deepened concern over insecurity in Plateau’s rural communities, where residents have long complained of killings, displacement and damage to farms and homes.

The story said state authorities later imposed a 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. curfew in Barkin Ladi, Bokkos and Mangu, along with a ban on motorcycles in those areas, as security agencies sought to stabilize the situation and prevent further disorder.