The Northern Governors Discussion board, NGF, has condemned the Christmas Eve assaults on communities in Bokkos and Barkin-Ladi native councils of Plateau State.
The Chairman of the Discussion board and Governor of Gombe State, Inuwa Yahaya, condemned the assaults on behalf of the 19 governors within the northern components of Nigeria on Tuesday.
He described the assaults as reprehensible and heinous and expressed the Discussion board’s condolences to the affected households and communities in addition to the federal government and folks of Plateau.
“It’s disheartening to listen to of the lack of greater than 100 lives and the destruction of property that occurred throughout these assaults, particularly when individuals had been getting ready to rejoice Christmas.
“Such acts of violence usually are not solely cowardly, but additionally run counter to the spirit of unity and coexistence that our area upholds.
“We should all prioritise peace and harmonious dwelling in our communities. Now, greater than ever, we should reaffirm our dedication to peaceable coexistence and solidarity no matter our variations.
“We should unite in our dedication to peace and safety, and stand agency in opposition to all types of violence and divisions,” Yahaya stated in a press release issued in Gombe by his media aide, Mr Ismaila Uba-Misilli.
Yahaya hailed Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State for his management in dealing with the state of affairs within the aftermath of the assaults, assuring that the Northern governors stand united in solidarity with him within the face of adversity and would work collectively to make sure lasting peace within the state.
Yahaya additionally extolled safety businesses working within the space and implored them to redouble efforts in safeguarding lives and property of the individuals by way of elevated vigilance and swift actions.