Breaking: Heavy Protests Rock Jos over Plateau Killings, “More than 100 Dead”

• Fresh protests have erupted in Jos, the capital of Plateau state, as residents decry the continued killings allegedly carried out by Fulani militants in several major communities
• The protest, led by the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) Plateau chairman, Rev. Polycarp Lubo, caused traffic disruptions as demonstrators marched toward the Government House
• The unrest followed the recent massacre of over 100 people in Bokkos and Bassa LGAs, which prompted calls for urgent government intervention

Legit.ng journalist Esther Odili has over two years of experience covering political parties and movements.

Jos, Plateau state - Emerging reports indicate that fresh protests broke out in Jos, the Plateau state capital, on Monday, April 21, 2025, over the persistent killings of indigenous residents by suspected Fulani militants

The demonstrations, which were led by Christian leaders, including the Plateau chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Rev. Polycarp Lubo, began at the Fawvwei Junction community road, causing significant traffic gridlock and leaving commuters stranded.

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As reported by The Nation, the protest followed a recent surge in violent attacks on communities in Plateau with more than 100 people reportedly killed in Bokkos and Bassa local government areas over the past two weeks.

“We are not happy over the continuous attacks and killings by gunmen in our communities. That’s why we have come out again to protest these happenings,” one of the protesters, Gyang Dalyop, said.

Another protester, Hannatu Philip, urged the government to intervene before the situation spirals out of control.

The demonstrators, carrying placards with various inscriptions, were seen marching towards the Rayfield Government House to demand urgent security intervention from the administration led by Governor Caleb Mutfwang.

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Legit.ng earlier reported that Peter Obi condoled with Governor Caleb Mutfwang and the people of Plateau state over the recent killings in Bokkos LGA.

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Obi said Nigerians should not be killed or forced to flee their homes and villages when the country is not at war.

He donated the sum of 7.5 million naira to help provide essential facilities for the displaced children during his visit to the victims.

The recent killings in the state have further raised concerns among stakeholders over the ability of security operatives to end the insecurity in the country.

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Meanwhile, Legit.ng reported that President Bola Tinubu sent greetings to Nigerian Christians and the global community as they celebrated Easter.

In a statement issued on Friday, April 18, 2025, the president acknowledged the recent tragic incidents and loss of lives in parts of the country, expressing sadness and assuring that his administration remained resolute in restoring peace.

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