**Night of Terror in Plateau as Five Lives are Lost** In the dead of night, a senseless attack shook the Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State to its core, leaving five innocent souls dead in its wake. The tragic incident, which occurred on Thursday night in the Miango area, has sent shockwaves through the community and raised concerns about the safety of residents. According to Commissioner of Police, Bassey Ewah, the attack was carried out by unknown gunmen who stormed a residential area, targeting a family. The police responded swiftly to the distress call and have since launched a manhunt for the perpetrators. The commissioner urged residents to remain calm but vigilant, stressing the need for public cooperation with security agencies to prevent such incidents in the future. This latest violence is the second to rock the Irigwe community in a matter of days. Just four days ago, a native of the community, Abbas Musa, was gunned down inside his residence, sparking outrage and concern among residents. The Irigwe Development Association (IDA) has expressed its dismay at the persistent attacks on its communities, calling on security agents to do more to protect its people. The IDA has also urged residents to remain law-abiding, resisting the temptation to take the law into their own hands. This is a wise counsel, given the fragile security situation in the area. The people of Bassa LGA deserve to feel safe in their homes and communities, and it is the responsibility of security agencies to ensure that this is the case. The latest attack has heightened tension in the area, with residents calling for intensified security operations to prevent further attacks and restore confidence in the community. As the police continue their investigations and manhunt for the perpetrators, we can only hope that justice will be served and that the people of Bassa LGA will soon know peace once again.