- Condemnation of Attacks: The Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) has condemned the recent attacks on five communities in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State, describing them as senseless.
- Loss of Life: The attacks resulted in several deaths and injuries, mostly among women and children.
- Call to Action: The NSGF Chairman, Governor Inuwa Yahaya, urged security operatives to intensify efforts to track down the perpetrators and bring them to justice.
- Need for Peace and Understanding: Yahaya emphasized the importance of tolerance, peace-building, and mutual understanding among diverse communities, particularly between farmers and herders.
The Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) has strongly condemned the recent attacks on five communities in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State. These senseless attacks have resulted in the loss of several lives and injuries, mostly among women and children. The NSGF Chairman, Governor Inuwa Yahaya, expressed deep sorrow over the tragic incidents and commended the Plateau governor and security agencies for their swift response.
Yahaya called on security operatives to intensify their efforts to track down the perpetrators and bring them to justice. He also stressed the need for tolerance, peace-building, and mutual understanding among diverse communities, particularly between farmers and herders. The NSGF reiterated its commitment to working collectively to address insecurity, promote social cohesion, and foster harmonious coexistence across the region.
The attacks have raised concerns about the unity and stability of the region, with Yahaya describing the persistent shedding of innocent blood as a stain on the conscience of the region and the nation. The NSGF’s statement highlights the importance of protecting human life and promoting peace and understanding among communities.
