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A pastor associated with the Church of Christ in Nations (COCIN) in Maiyanga village, located in the Bokkos local government area of Plateau State, Rev. Yakubu Mutong, has shared his harrowing account of how Fulani militants killed seven of his brothers, destroyed his home, and murdered 150 of his church members in a brutal and unprovoked assault.
Rev. Mutong recounted his painful experience and that of the community, revealing that he personally lost seven brothers to the violent attackers who targeted Maiyanga village and ten other villages during coordinated assaults on the night of December 24th, 2024.
He further stated that by the end of the attacks, the militants had killed over 150 individuals, set fire to numerous houses, including churches, and destroyed properties and food supplies.
With deep emotion, Rev. Mutong expressed:
“My name is Rev. Yakubu Mutong, and I serve as a pastor with the Church of Christ in Nations (COCIN). This is my village, Maiyanga, located in the Bokkos local government area of Plateau State, Nigeria. What transpired here is that…
“The crisis did not solely impact this village; over 11 villages were affected, and Maiyanga was one of those targeted. The nature of the attacks was consistent across these villages.
“The killings, the maiming of individuals, the slaughtering, and the burning of homes, properties, and food supplies were rampant. According to the records we gathered, more than 150 people were killed in just one day, specifically on December 24th, 2024.
“It was meant to be a time for Christmas celebration, but for us, there was nothing to rejoice about. It turned into a sorrowful Christmas due to the tragedy we endured.
“As you can see, I stand here in front of my house that was consumed by flames set by the militants. I lost everything inside, including food and all the furniture.
“Even the nearby church was destroyed, along with the pastor's residence. Everything about our lives here in this village is in turmoil, as you can observe.
“Everything in this village has been devastated, but we are grateful that some of us are still alive. Personally, I have lost seven brothers to this tragedy.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened in Maiyanga village?
Maiyanga village was attacked by Fulani militants on December 24th, 2024, resulting in the deaths of over 150 people, including the pastor's seven brothers, and the destruction of homes and properties.
How did the community react to the attacks?
The community is in mourning and shock, as the attacks left many families devastated. There is a sense of confusion and loss, but the survivors are grateful to be alive.
