Plateau Attacks: Reconcile warring communities, Tinubu tells Gov. Mutfwang
President Bola Tinubu has expressed profound sorrow over the recent bloodshed in Plateau State, a tragedy that has claimed the lives of over 40 individuals.
In a statement by his media advisor, Bayo Onanuga on Monday, Tinubu strongly condemned the violence and extended his sympathy to Governor Caleb Mutfwang and people of Plateau State.
The President charged the governor to summon the necessary political will to resolve the crisis and establish enduring peace.
He emphasised the importance of love and unity beyond religious and ethnic lines, and encouraged community, spiritual, and political leaders within and beyond the state “to unite and end the cycle of retaliatory attacks that have made life unbearable for affected communities.
“The ongoing violence between communities in Plateau State, rooted in misunderstandings between different ethnic and religious groups, must cease,” President Tinubu added.
“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”.
