The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) in Plateau State has raised concerns over renewed attacks in parts of the state, alleging that terrorists have continued to attack communities despite a government-imposed curfew. The allegation was made by the NBA branches in Jos, Pankshin, Bukuru and Shendam during a joint press conference in Jos on Monday. 

The association said communities in Mangu, Barkin Ladi, Riyom and Bokkos Local Government Areas had experienced sustained violence. It specifically alleged that community vigilantes in Kikyo village, Mangu LGA, were killed at their duty post during curfew hours. The NBA also cited reported attacks in Cantoma and Bin-Per villages in Mangu, as well as Kasa village in Barkin Ladi.

The Plateau State Government had imposed a dusk-to-dawn curfew from 6pm to 6am in Barkin Ladi, Bokkos and Mangu on September 21 following renewed killings and security threats. The government also directed security agencies to enforce the curfew and a ban on motorcycles across the affected areas.

The NBA called for stronger security measures, including the deployment of combat vehicles to identified flashpoints, improved border surveillance and investigations into delayed responses to attacks. It also urged authorities to ensure that terrorism cases are prosecuted within reasonable timelines and called for stronger measures to protect displaced communities and restore security in affected areas.