Nine persons are reported to have been killed following the outbreak of violence between border communities in Langtang North and Mikang Local Government Areas of Plateau State, North-Central Nigeria on Saturday, March 23 and Sunday, March 24, 2024.
Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang has condemned in very strong terms, the outbreak of communal hostilities that resulted in the death of some persons, destruction of property and injuries among residents.
The Governor emphasised, that such acts undermine the government’s intensive efforts to foster peace and unity among citizens of diverse ethnic and religious backgrounds, with the collective aim of advancing the state’s growth and prosperity.
In a statement signed by Director of Press and Public Affairs, Bere Gyang says Governor Mutfwang, expressed his dismay over the conflict and underscored the importance of dialogue as the most civilised and effective means of conflict resolution while questionimg the rationale behind individuals resorting to violence, taking the law into their own hands, and targeting innocent communities with arson.
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The Governor called on security agencies to respond decisively, and to hold the perpetrators and their sponsors accountable to the full extent of the law. He also urged swift mobilisation to the affected areas to prevent any further escalation of the situation.
Furthermore, Governor Mutfwang appealed to traditional, community, and religious leaders, as well as key stakeholders from the affected communities, to initiate dialogue and work towards an amicable resolution of the disputes in order to foster an atmosphere of harmonious co-existence.
Reaffirming his administration’s dedication to establishing lasting peace throughout the state, Governor Mutfwang said he looks forward to a united, tranquil, and thriving Plateau State where all citizens, regardless of faith or ethnicity, support one another in a spirit of brotherhood.
(Editor: Terverr Tyav)
