9/9/2024 Nigeria (International Christian Concern) — At about 7 p.m. on Sept. 3, Fulani extremists struck the Christian town of Daffo in Plateau state, Nigeria, killing six people. Around the same time, four more believers were killed 23 miles away in Kwatas. Several farms were also destroyed in the attacks.

Soldiers reportedly arrived in Daffo, 45 miles south of Jos, at about 9:30 p.m. to secure the area. Plateau State Governor Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang condemned the attacks, expressing sorrow over the deaths. The governor called for a strong response from security agencies to apprehend the perpetrators and ensure they are brought to justice. He also commended the security forces for their efforts and urged them to enhance intelligence gathering to prevent future incidents. 

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