Another Wave Of Violence Struck Plateau State, Nigeria, On the Eve of The New Year Celebrations, Plunging Communities Into Grief at a Moment Meant for Hope And Renewal. On The Night of December 31, 2025, Armed Attackers Reportedly Invaded parts of the State, Leaving Behind Trails of Destruction, Sorrow, and unanswered Questions.

  Families who were preparing to welcome 2026 instead found themselves mourning loved ones taken in yet another brutal episode of insecurity.

The scale of the killings shocked residents and observers across the country. Men, women, and children were caught in the violence, further deepening fears among already traumatized communities in the Middle Belt. For many in Plateau State, these attacks have become a recurring nightmare, one that resurfaces during festive seasons when people gather in large numbers and let their guard down.

On January 1, 2026, the New Year began not with celebrations but with a mass burial in Bum Community. The atmosphere was heavy with tears and lamentations as victims were laid to rest in a collective ceremony that symbolized both loss and resilience. Instead of fireworks and music, the community was filled with prayers, sobs, and quiet anger over lives cut short.

Religious leaders and community elders described the burials as heartbreaking, emphasizing that entire families have been shattered. They lamented that despite repeated promises from authorities, vulnerable communities continue to face deadly attacks with little protection. The mass burial stood as a grim reminder of the human cost of insecurity and the urgent need for decisive action.

Many Nigerians, particularly Christians in affected regions, have expressed growing frustration and a sense of abandonment. Social media and public discussions have been flooded with cries for justice, protection, and international attention. For these communities, the repeated killings feel like a systematic assault on their existence, faith, and right to live in peace.

In the midst of this despair, some voices have called for international intervention, expressing hope that global leaders might help draw attention to the plight of persecuted Christians in Nigeria. Mentions of former U.S. President Donald J. Trump and his political allies reflect a belief among some citizens that strong international pressure could help compel meaningful action and accountability. These views highlight how desperate many Nigerians have become for solutions beyond their borders.

As 2026 begins, the tragedy in Plateau State casts a long shadow over the nation. The mass burial in Bum Community should serve as a wake-up call to leaders at all levels—local, national, and international. Without urgent, sincere, and sustained efforts to address insecurity, heal divisions, and protect innocent lives, the cycle of violence may continue, turning seasons of joy into periods of mourning for countless Nigerian families.