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GOD WILL JUDGE THEM: 18+ SEE. VIRAL VIDEO. HOW BOKO. HARAM. $L4UGHTERED. HUMAN .BEINGS LIKE. CHICKENS.On November 29, 2008, the violence that rocked the city of Jos in Plateau State from November 28 following disputes over the results of a local government election worsened with death toll rising. The unrest, initially tied to allegations of vote rigging, quickly escalated along ethnic and religious lines. ...READ THE FULL STORY FROM SOURCE ...READ THE FULL STORY FROM SOURCE
The clash showed the longstanding tensions between predominantly Christian indigenes and Muslim Hausa-Fulani settlers and resulted in the tragic loss of about 700 lives as well as the displacement of thousands of people. Also, properties worth millions were damaged beyond repair.
Arbitrary Killings by Security Forces: Submission to the Investigative Bodies on the November 28-29, 2008 Violence in Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria | HRW
Rooted in years-long grievances over land ownership, political representation, and indigene status, the conflict was worsened by socio-economic inequalities and political manipulation. The city of Jos -historically known for its ethnic diversity and peaceful coexistence- witnessed widespread destructions.
The New Humanitarian | Security forces must investigate killings says rights group
Efforts to address the crisis have been yielding gradual results but there have been challenges due to deeply rooted divisions and frequent tensions among the warring groups.
Other key events on this day
1. Silent Coup occurred in Thailand – 1951
2. FC Barcelona founded – 1899
3. Compulsory education proclaimed in England – 1870
4. George Harrison, lead guitarist for the Beatles, died – 2001
5. Conrad Murray, the physician convicted in the death of famous singer, Michael Jackson was sentenced – 2011
6. The United Nations voted for the partitioning of Palestine into two sections amid kicks by Arabs – 1947.…READ THE FULL STORY FROM SOURCE : …READ THE FULL STORY FROM SOURCE
