President Bola Tinubu has strongly condemned the recent violence in Plateau State, which resulted in the deaths of over 40 people, urging the state’s leadership to find a lasting solution to persistent communal conflicts.
In a statement on Monday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu said, ‘We cannot allow this devastation and the tit-for-tat attacks to continue. Enough is enough’
The statement is titled, ‘President Tinubu condemns latest attack in Plateau, charges Governor Mutfwang to resolve underlying communal issues’.
President Tinubu expressed profound sorrow over the bloodshed and extended his condolences to Governor Caleb Mutfwang, the state government, and the people of Plateau.
The President argued that ‘The ongoing violence between communities in Plateau State, rooted in misunderstandings between different ethnic and religious groups, must cease’.
Therefore, he called on the governor to demonstrate political resolve in addressing the underlying communal issues fueling the violence and establishing enduring peace.
‘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’, President Tinubu asserted.
He emphasised the importance of fostering unity and harmony across ethnic and religious lines.
President Tinubu also appealed to community, spiritual, and political leaders both within and outside Plateau State to work together to halt the cycle of retaliatory attacks devastating affected communities.
He said, ‘I have instructed security agencies to thoroughly investigate this crisis and identify those responsible for orchestrating these violent acts’.
President Tinubu reiterated the federal government’s commitment to supporting the Plateau State government in fostering dialogue, social cohesion, and accountability, which are crucial steps towards permanently resolving the conflict.
‘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’, he added.
