The renewed wave of deadly attacks in Plateau State has drawn condemnation from Amnesty International, which says the government is failing in its duty to protect citizens.
The organisation said three young men were killed on Friday, April 3, when armed men ambushed them in Nyangom Gel community, Jos South Local Government Area.
The incident came just days after another attack in Angwan Rukuba, Jos North LGA, where about 30 people were reportedly killed in one of the deadliest episodes recorded in the state in recent weeks.
Amnesty International said the recurring nature of the attacks, coupled with what it described as slow security response, highlights deep gaps in the protection of vulnerable communities.
It criticised the federal government’s handling of insecurity, saying the situation reflects a continued failure to safeguard lives.
According to the organisation, testimonies from affected communities indicate that security operatives are often absent during attacks and only arrive after the assailants have fled.
Some residents also claimed their communities have suffered repeated assaults, in some cases up to six times, raising concerns over sustained vulnerability.
Amnesty International further warned that Plateau State is becoming increasingly unsafe, with both rural and urban communities living under constant threat of violence.
The organisation cited figures indicating that between December 2023 and February 2024, at least 1,336 people were killed in the state, including women and children, while tens of thousands were displaced.
It said the data underscores the severity of the crisis and the urgent need for stronger intervention by authorities.
Amnesty International called for independent and transparent investigations into the recent killings, including the Angwan Rukuba attack.
It also urged the government to ensure that those responsible are brought to justice and that survivors and victims’ families receive adequate support and compensation.
