Governor Caleb Mutfwang recently visited the communities in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area that were attacked by gunmen. He was accompanied by Dr. Bernard Doro, Nigeria’s Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction. This visit came in the wake of a violent incident in which armed assailants struck the towns of Nding and surrounding villages, resulting in several fatalities, numerous injuries, and the destruction of property valued at millions of naira.
During his tour, Governor Mutfwang met with grieving families, offering his condolences and pledging a stronger security response. He later participated in a town hall meeting in Barkin Ladi with traditional rulers, religious leaders, and other stakeholders. “I convey my sincere condolences to the good people of Barkin Ladi, especially to families who have lost loved ones in these painful attacks,” the governor stated.
The governor acknowledged that the recent surge in violence has unsettled both the community and the administration. “The security challenges affecting our communities, including Barkin Ladi town, have left us deeply concerned. As your leader, I assure you that we are prepared to protect this state,” he added. Mutfwang noted that government intelligence has confirmed the presence of terrorist elements in several communities around Barkin Ladi. He assured residents that security forces would soon take action to flush out the perpetrators and dismantle their hideouts.
Governor Mutfwang also praised President Bola Tinubu for supporting ongoing efforts to end the violence in Plateau State. “Those who choose to disturb the peace of our land will find no peace. Our capacity to confront these terrorists is unquestioned, and the President is committed to removing every terrorist from our territory,” he asserted. He warned political actors against exploiting the security crisis for partisan gain and called on security agencies to intensify their operations.
Additionally, the governor appealed to community and religious leaders to unite across ethnic and faith lines, emphasizing that collective unity is essential to counter the criminal networks threatening peaceful coexistence. He addressed the youth, urging them to reject cattle rustling, night grazing, under-age grazing, and illegal night mining, and to focus their energy on protecting their communities from external threats. He stressed that his administration would not tolerate activities that exacerbate insecurity.
In his concluding remarks, the governor urged residents to remain law-abiding and avoid retaliatory attacks. “Cooperation with the authorities will strengthen our efforts to restore lasting stability,” he said. The governor’s visit and the subsequent dialogue highlight the state’s commitment to intensifying security operations and restoring peace to Plateau’s troubled communities. Further updates are expected as security forces commence targeted actions against the identified threats.
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