President Bola Ahmed Tinubu yesterday gave marching orderto the Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, to take decisive steps in addressing the root causes of the continual age long communal violence afflicting the state. The President’s order came as a family of eight was wiped out amid fresh reports of deadly attack in several Plateau communities.Many houses and properties were razed by the marauders. More than 40 people were also reportedly killed in the Zike community in the Kwall council area in the wee hours of yesterday.
“I have instructed security agencies to thoroughly investigate these crises and identify those responsible for orchestrating these violent acts. We cannot allow this devastation and the tit-for-tat attacks to continue. Enough is enough”.Tinubu warned.
“Beyond dealing with the criminal elements of these incessant killings, the political leadership in Plateau State, led by Governor Caleb Mutfwang, must address the root cause of this age-long problem. These problems have been with us for more than two decades”.
“We can no longer ignore the underlying issues. It is time to tackle them fairly and find a lasting solution. I have discussed these problems with the governor over time and offered suggestions for lasting peace”.
“The Federal Government remains committed to supporting Governor Mutfwang and the Plateau State Government in promoting dialogue, fostering social cohesion, and ensuring accountability, crucial steps towards permanently resolving the conflict in Plateau.” President Tinubu stated.
“It is time to tackle them fairly and find a lasting solution.