A survivor of the Palm Sunday attack in Angwan Rukuba, Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State, has recounted the terrifying ordeal he endured during the assault, describing how he was injured and the chaos that unfolded during the attack.
According to an interview with News Central TV correspondent.
Speaking from a hospital bed in Jos, the man explained that he had gone out to get breakfast for his children, unaware that terrorists were carrying out an attack in the area. His testimony highlights the sudden and indiscriminate nature of the violence that struck residents in their everyday routines.
In his words, “I went to get breakfast for my children. Unfortunately, I didn’t know that there was an attack going on. Immediately I knew and I was crossing back to enter ‘keke’ back to my quarters, suddenly I had a gunshot and it hit my leg. It was a rapid gunshot,” he said.
According to the survivor, the attack unfolded so quickly that he had no time to react. He had stepped out briefly for a routine errand when the chaos erupted around him. He explained that he was attempting to return home when he was struck by a gunshot, which left him severely injured.
The survivor’s account paints a grim picture of the insecurity in Angwan Rukuba, where residents live under the constant threat of sudden attacks. His testimony underscores the human cost of terrorism, illustrating the vulnerability of ordinary citizens engaged in routine daily activities.
Authorities have confirmed that multiple people were affected during the Palm Sunday assault, which targeted both residential and commercial areas. Local residents described the attack as sudden and terrifying, leaving many traumatized and questioning the effectiveness of security measures in the community.
Security experts have highlighted that incidents like this demonstrate the critical need for rapid and coordinated responses to attacks, emphasizing that timely intervention can help minimize casualties and prevent further injuries. They noted that civilians are often caught in the crossfire, particularly in areas where security presence is limited.
The survivor’s experience also emphasizes the psychological toll of such attacks. Being injured in a public space while simply performing a routine task has left many victims anxious and fearful of leaving their homes, which can have long-term social and economic impacts on affected communities…..See More
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