Soldiers and other security agents, including the police, on Sunday intensified patrol in troubled communities of Plateau state. The PUNCH reports that terrorists attacked 25 communities in Bokkos, Mangu, and Barkin Local Government Areas and killed over 150 persons on Christmas Eve. Some of the displaced persons who spoke with our Correspondent on Sunday lamented the tragedy that had befallen them. However, the Spokesman for Plateau State Police Command, Alabo Alfred, said the security patrol and surveillance in Plateau communities will continue until permanent peace is restored. The patrol will continue until permanent peace returns to Plateau.

Source: Punch December 31, 2023 18:22 UTC