By Masara Kim
A devastating terror attack is underway in the Christian town of Daffo, located 45 miles south of Jos, the capital of Plateau State in central Nigeria, TruthNigeria has learned. At least two people have been confirmed dead, with fears that the death toll may rise to six or more.
The brutal assault began at 7 pm local time on Tuesday in a commercial area west of the town, known as Congo, just 300 yards from a military base according to residents speaking to TruthNigeria. The attack persisted for at least two hours, TruthNigeria gathered.
Armed men believed to be Fulani militants launched the attack, targeting civilians in the market area, said Zakka Akos, a former county Chairman hailing from the town.
A contingent of soldiers arrived at the scene at 9:30 pm to repel the attack, but the extent of their response is unclear, Akos said.
“I hear two people have been confirmed killed but I am still trying to reach those in the town because I hear there could be more,” Akos said.
Other residents are multiple fatalities, including a family of seven. “They have killed my brothers again,” said a distraught Ms. Abigail Machief, who lost her younger brother in a similar attack last year. “All my brothers and nephews, all killed.”
The authorities have yet to respond to queries from reporters. The situation is developing, and more information will be provided as it becomes available.
