Emmanuel Awari, Jalingo
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) Taraba State chapter has condemned in totality the barbaric attack in Binnari community, Karim Lamido Local Government Area of the state.
In a statement issued by Very Rev. Fr. Williams Peter Awoshiri, Chairman, Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) Taraba State, he said.
“We received with deep shock and profound sadness the news of the brutal attack on Binnari community in Amar Ward, Karim II Constituency, Karim Lamido Local Government Area of Taraba State* on Friday, 23rd October 2026.
“CAN Taraba State strongly condemns this heinous, inhuman and senseless act of violence against innocent citizens.
It called on the Federal Government, Taraba State Government and all security agencies to immediately launch a thorough, impartial and transparent investigation into the attack, and ensure that the perpetrators are identified, apprehended and brought to justice without delay.
“We also call for enhanced security deployment to Karim Lamido LGA, which shares boundaries with Plateau, Bauchi, Gombe, Adamawa and Nasarawa States, and has become vulnerable to recurring attacks.
The statement appeal to the people of Binnari, Karim Lamido and Taraba State at large to remain calm, law-abiding and not take laws into their own hands.
“In this moment of grief, CAN Taraba State prays for quick healing and recovery to all those injured in the attack; repose and eternal rest to the souls of the faithful departed who lost their lives And for divine consolation, comfort and strength to the bereaved families and the entire living community who have lost loved ones, homes and livelihoods.
According to reports confirmed by the Taraba State Police Command through its PRO ASP Victor Mshelizah, suspected armed bandits invaded the community at about 3:00pm, shortly after Jumu’ah prayers, opening fire sporadically, looting food items and shops, and setting houses ablaze. While the Police confirmed recovery of 10 bodies, community leaders report that 37 bodies have so far been recovered from bushes and rivers, including women and children. Several others are injured and displaced.
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