Gunmen assassinate Plateau traditional ruler Jatau Samkwar

Jatau Samkwar, the Mishkaham Bokkos, was killed by gunmen at his residence in Daffo, Bokkos local government area on Monday night. The Mwaghavul Traditional Council announced the killing, attributing the attack to Fulani militias, although the identities of the attackers have not been independently verified.

Reports indicate that the assailants invaded the traditional ruler's home and shot him in the legs. He was initially taken to a hospital in Daffo and later referred to another medical facility, where he succumbed to his injuries.

Kefas Mallai, chairman of the Community Peace Observers in Bokkos, confirmed the incident and expressed concerns over the ongoing security challenges in the area. Notably, the traditional ruler's son had been abducted but was released the day before the attack on his father.

As of the report's filing, the Mwaghavul Chiefdom and the Mwaghavul Development Association had not issued official statements regarding the attack. The incident has heightened concerns about the safety of residents and traditional institutions in Plateau state.