Plateau Records 12,000 Deaths, 420 Communities Attacked Amid Two Decades of Violence

Published on 27 November 2025 at 16:52

Reported by: Ijeoma G | Edited by: Henry Owen

Plateau State, Nigeria – Governor Caleb Mutfwang has revealed the devastating human and economic toll of violence in Plateau State over the past two decades. According to the governor, more than 12,000 people have been killed, and over 420 communities attacked between 2001 and May 2025. Homes, farmlands, and means of livelihood have been destroyed, leaving countless families in trauma and economic hardship.

Describing the situation as a “tragic reminder of the long-standing security challenges confronting Plateau State,” Governor Mutfwang stressed the urgent need for coordinated efforts to address the violence.

The governor reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to restoring peace, rebuilding affected communities, and ensuring justice for victims, while calling for collaboration between security agencies, community leaders, and the federal government to permanently break the cycle of attacks.

“The figures are a tragic reminder of the long-standing security challenges confronting Plateau State,” he said. “Our administration remains committed to restoring peace, rebuilding affected communities, and ensuring justice for victims.”

The revelation underscores the persistent security threats in Plateau State and highlights the urgency of strengthened governance, proactive community engagement, and robust security measures to protect citizens and livelihoods.

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