Nigeria Defence Chief: Plateau Massacre Planned to Embarrass Government

President Bola Tinubu. General Christopher Musa, Chief of Defence Staff, stated in a Channels TV interview that the purpose behind the massacre in Bokkos and Barkin Ladi was to create a scenario that would make the government appear incompetent.

The Nigerian military is reportedly making arrests linked to the Christmas Eve killings, with General Musa addressing the delayed response to distress calls from the attacked villages.

The incident occurred on the seventh month of President Tinubu's tenure, sparking widespread condemnation. While Tinubu condemned the attacks and ordered relief materials, Amnesty International criticized the government for failing to protect communities.

The UN, France, and the U.S. have also condemned the massacre, urging the Federal Government to ensure accountability for the perpetrators. As the nation mourns, questions arise about the impact of these revelations on public trust and the ongoing efforts to address the crisis in Plateau State.