Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has strongly denounced the recent outbreak of communal violence leading to property damage and injuries among residents of villages bordering Langtang North and Mikang Local Government Areas of the state.
Following the weekend’s violence, Governor Mutfwang conveyed his condolences to the victims, condemning the clashes as both unjustifiable and intolerable.
Confirmation of the situation was provided by the state Commissioner for Information, Musa Ashoms, who briefed The PUNCH in Jos on Sunday.
In a subsequent statement on Monday, the governor urged law enforcement agencies to swiftly apprehend those responsible for instigating the violent attacks in the affected communities.
The statement, issued by his Director of Press and Public Affairs, Gyang Bere, emphasized that such actions undermine the government’s ongoing efforts to foster peace and unity among citizens of diverse ethnic and religious backgrounds, crucial for the state’s progress and prosperity.
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Expressing disappointment over the conflict, Governor Mutfwang underscored the importance of dialogue as the most civilized and effective means of resolving conflicts.
He questioned the rationale behind resorting to violence, unlawfully taking matters into one’s own hands, and targeting innocent communities with arson.
“The governor urged security agencies to respond decisively and ensure that the perpetrators and their sponsors face full legal accountability. He also called for swift deployment 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 to foster an atmosphere of harmonious coexistence.
“Reaffirming his administration’s commitment to establishing lasting peace throughout the state, Governor Mutfwang expressed his desire for a united, peaceful, and prosperous Plateau where all citizens, regardless of faith or ethnicity, support one another in a spirit of brotherhood,” the statement concluded.
