Tragic Attack in Ruwi Village Leaves Ten Dead in Nigeria
On March 29, 2025, armed men attacked Ruwi village in Plateau State, Nigeria, resulting in ten deaths. The violence is part of ongoing conflicts between Muslim herders and Christian farmers, with pleas for increased security. Authorities confirmed the attack and called for justice for the victims as tensions in the region escalate.
On March 29, 2025, a tragic incident occurred in Ruwi village, Plateau State, Nigeria, where armed men killed ten individuals amidst ongoing inter-communal violence in the region. This area serves as a boundary between the predominantly Muslim north and the largely Christian south, often experiencing tensions between nomadic herders and pastoral farmers.
Moses John, a village leader, reported that unidentified attackers entered the community late Thursday night, firing indiscriminately. “Three other people are injured and have been taken to the hospital,” he stated, expressing uncertainty about the motive behind the assault. Villager Joshua Maren called for increased security measures from authorities to protect the community.
The Plateau State police spokesman, Alfred Alabo, confirmed the attack without specifying the number of casualties. “The Command received a report of some unknown armed hoodlums who invaded Ruwi village at about 9:20 pm (on Thursday) and started shooting sporadically,” he clarified. This incident occurred during a community event where mourners gathered to pay their respects to lost loved ones.
Joyce Ramnap, the state’s information commissioner, emphasized the necessity for the security forces to act swiftly to bring the perpetrators to justice. Tensions have escalated in Plateau State since a deadly attack on a predominantly Christian village at Christmas 2023, which resulted in approximately 200 fatalities. Last year, a similar spate of violence in Wase led to around 40 deaths and widespread destruction of homes.
The armed attack in Ruwi village highlights the persistent violence and inter-communal strife affecting Plateau State, Nigeria. There is an urgent need for enhanced security measures to protect vulnerable communities, especially as tensions remain high following previous tragic incidents. Authorities are encouraged to pursue justice for the victims and prevent future occurrences of such violence.
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