President Bola Tinubu has expressed his dismay over the heinous incident in over 15 communities in the Bokkos and Barkin-Ladi Local Government Areas on Christmas Eve. The assailants, armed with guns, unleashed terror, resulting in the tragic loss of over 115 lives.
The attackers, yet to be identified or associated with any group, not only claimed lives but also set houses ablaze, looted farm produce, and wreaked havoc on the properties of innocent residents. The President termed the act as primitive and cruel.
President Tinubu, in a statement issued by his spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale, directed security agencies to take immediate action. “President Tinubu directs security agencies to immediately move in, scour every stretch of the zone, and apprehend the culprits,” the statement read. The President is resolute that those responsible for this senseless violence should face the full force of the law.
Moreover, the President called for the swift mobilization of relief resources to aid surviving victims and ensure prompt medical treatment for the wounded. The scale of the attack necessitates urgent humanitarian intervention to support those affected by this tragedy.
While extending condolences to the government and people of Plateau State, President Tinubu assured Nigerians that justice would prevail. “These envoys of death, pain, and sorrow will not escape justice,” he affirmed.
As the nation grapples with this disturbing incident, the call for heightened security measures and a comprehensive investigation into the attack echoes across the country. The Plateau State tragedy serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for collective efforts to address the security challenges plaguing various regions of Nigeria.