President Bola Tinubu has condemned resurgence of killings across communities in Plateau State, insisting that the State Governor Caleb Mutfwang, “must address the root cause of the crisis” in the State.
Multiple reports say over 40 people were feared killed when terrorists in Zike Community, Kwall Council area of the State in the early hours of Monday.
The violent attack followed killing of more than 52 persons in several villages in Bokkos council area of the State earlier in the month.
In a statement, Bayo Onanuga, Presidential spokesman stated Monday, expresses profound sorrow over the recent bloodshed in Plateau State, a tragedy that has claimed the lives of over 40 individuals in the State.
He condemned the violence and extends his sympathies to families of the victims and directed the Governor to summon the necessary political will to resolve the ethnic and religious crisis to establish an enduring peace in Plateau State.
“The ongoing violence between communities in Plateau State, rooted in misunderstandings between different ethnic and religious groups, must cease,” President Tinubu asserts.
“I have instructed security agencies to thoroughly investigate this crisis 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.
“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”, according to Tinubu.
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