At least 19 people have been killed and several others injured following a late-night attack on Kawel village in Mushere District of Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Residents said the attackers stormed the community at about 11:40 p.m. on Sunday, opening fire on villagers who were asleep and forcing many to flee for safety.
Mall Bitrus, a resident of Bokkos told journalists that the gunmen shot indiscriminately during the invasion, leaving more than 19 people dead and several others wounded.
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Confirming the incident, Christopher Luka, Bokkos Youth leader said local youth leaders received distress calls shortly after midnight informing them that armed men had attacked the community.
