President Bola Tinubu has expressed profound grief over the recent outbreak of violence in Plateau State, which resulted in the deaths of more than 40 individuals. He described the incident as both tragic and preventable.
In a statement issued Monday evening through his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu strongly condemned the killings and urged Governor Caleb Mutfwang to take firm and immediate political steps to halt the recurring violence in the state.
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Highlighting the longstanding ethnic and religious tensions fueling the crisis, the president stressed the urgent need for peace, unity, and community reconciliation in Plateau. “The persistent violence between communities in Plateau State, often driven by ethnic and religious differences, must stop,” Tinubu said.
He confirmed that he had directed security agencies to launch a comprehensive investigation to identify and prosecute those behind the attacks. “We cannot continue to witness this destruction and retaliatory violence. It must end,” he declared.
The president extended his sympathies to the bereaved families, the people of Plateau, and the state government. He also expressed support for Governor Mutfwang during this difficult period, encouraging him to guide the state toward sustainable peace.
Beyond immediate security measures, President Tinubu emphasized the need for the state’s leadership to confront the deeper issues fueling the unrest. “These challenges have persisted for over 20 years. We can no longer ignore them. It’s time to confront the root causes with fairness and resolve,” he added.
He mentioned ongoing conversations with Governor Mutfwang, during which he had proposed long-term solutions to end the violence. Tinubu reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to supporting Plateau State through initiatives aimed at fostering dialogue, social unity, and accountability.
Finally, the president appealed to religious, traditional, and political leaders within and outside the state to unite and promote peace. He underscored that mutual respect and love must overcome divisions to stop the cycle of violence.
“We must learn to coexist peacefully despite our differences. For the sake of future generations, we must build a Plateau—and a Nigeria—where peace and progress replace conflict and loss,” he concluded.
