President Bola Tinubu has called on Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang to take decisive steps in addressing the root causes of the persistent communal violence plaguing the state.
The President’s call came amidst fresh reports of deadly clashes in several Plateau communities.
Tinubu said he has directed security agencies to conduct thorough investigations into the latest wave of attacks and bring the perpetrators to justice, stressing that law enforcement must act swiftly to prevent further bloodshed and restore public confidence.
In a statement by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu condemned the recurring killings and destruction, describing the situation as deeply troubling and unacceptable.
He emphasised that resolving the longstanding conflict requires more than just a security response, urging the State Government to confront the underlying ethnic and religious tensions fueling the violence.
According to reports, More than 40 people were reported killed when armed bandits attacked Zike community in Kwall council area of the state in the early hours of yesterday.