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The Northern Christian Association of Nigeria (Northern CAN) has strongly condemned the recent killings of innocent men, women, and children in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State. Rev. Dr. Yakubu Pam, Chairman of Northern CAN, expressed deep sorrow and solidarity with the families of the victims and the entire people of Bokkos in a press statement released on April 5, 2025.
The organization vehemently condemns the senseless killings, describing them as “evil,” “wicked,” and “crimes against humanity.” Northern CAN urges the Federal and State Governments, as well as security agencies, to take immediate action to arrest the perpetrators and ensure justice is served swiftly and transparently.
This incident is part of a larger pattern of violence and attacks on Christian communities in Nigeria. In December 2023, coordinated mass shootings and arson attacks occurred in Plateau State, resulting in approximately 200 deaths and over 500 injuries. The attacks were believed to have been committed by Fulani militias, and were attributed to ethnic and religious tensions, land disputes, and herder-farmer conflicts.
The attacks were believed to have been committed by Fulani militias, and were attributed to ethnic and religious tensions
Northern CAN calls on the international community, human rights organizations, and peace-loving Nigerians to raise their voices against the recurring violence in the Middle Belt and other parts of Northern Nigeria.
The Christian community in the North remains committed to peace, justice, and unity, but emphasizes that they cannot continue to remain silent while their people are being massacred without protection or recourse.
Rev. Dr. Yakubu Pam urges the people of Bokkos to remain calm, prayerful, and law-abiding, even in the face of provocation.
He emphasizes the need for trust in God’s ultimate judgment and justice, rather than taking the law into their own hands. The organization prays for the souls of the departed to rest in peace and for God to comfort their families.
Northern Elders Forum (NEF) expressed concern over the inability of the military to prevent Christmas Eve killings in Plateau State, where at least 113 bodies, including those of children, were recovered from the gruesome attack
In a similar vein, the Northern Elders Forum (NEF) expressed concern over the inability of the military to prevent Christmas Eve killings in Plateau State, where at least 113 bodies, including those of children, were recovered from the gruesome attack on villagers in 23 communities.
The Northern CAN’s statement highlights the need for urgent action to address the recurring violence in Plateau State and other parts of Northern Nigeria.
The organization’s call for justice, peace, and unity serves as a reminder of the importance of protecting human lives and promoting community cohesion.
