BREAKING: Outrage in Jos as residents protest killings by suspected militants

Tensions flared in Jos, the Plateau State capital, on Monday morning as residents took to the streets to protest the relentless killings of indigenous people by gunmen suspected to be Fulani militants.

The protest, which caused significant gridlock and stranded commuters, began at Fawvwei Junction community road and was led by top Christian leaders, including Rev. Polycarp Lubo, Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in the state.

The demonstration comes in the wake of a fresh wave of deadly attacks across communities in Plateau State. Over the past two weeks alone, more than 100 lives have been lost in Bokkos and Bassa Local Government Areas, sparking outrage and fear among locals.

Protesters are demanding urgent government intervention, justice for the victims, and improved security in the affected regions. Many carried placards condemning the violence and calling for an end to what they describe as targeted attacks on indigenous Christian communities.

“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,” said Gyang Dalyop, one of the protesters.

Another protester, Hannatu Philip, called on the government to intervene before it spirals out of control.

The protesters brandishing placards with different inscriptions were seen marching towards the Rayfield Government House.

(Punch)