The killings in Plateau State have been characterized by the Northern Elders Forum (NEF) as an indication of the Federal Government’s failure.
NEF called the ongoing killings in the State a “national disgrace” in a statement released on Wednesday by its spokesperson, Professor Abubakar Jika Jiddere.
“What was once a symbol of unity, peace, and cultural diversity in Nigeria has now become a theatre of bloodshed and lawlessness.
“The magnitude of violence being inflicted on innocent citizens is nothing short of a national disgrace, and a damning indictment of the Federal Government’s failure to discharge its primary duty protecting lives and property.
“It is unacceptable that such acts of mass murder and destruction continue unabated, with little to no meaningful response from those charged with safeguarding the nation.
“The silence and inaction of the Federal Government can no longer be tolerated.
“NEF demands the immediate and massive deployment of well-equipped security forces to Plateau State to halt these atrocities and restore order,” the statement read.
In addition to catching and prosecuting the offenders, the Northern Elders Forum stated that the government must act quickly and forcefully.
The Forum also demanded that the government compensate the victims and impacted communities in Plateau State and establish an independent investigative panel to determine the cause of the violence in order to stop additional deaths and property damage.
“The blood of innocent Nigerians cries out for justice, and there must be no sanctuary for those who orchestrate or enable these horrors,” the NEF said.
“We further demand that the Federal Government provide adequate compensation to victims and affected communities who have suffered unimaginable loss.
“An independent judicial panel must be established without delay, and its findings must be made public to ensure accountability and prevent further bloodshed.
“The Northern Elders Forum stands in full solidarity with the people of Plateau State and all affected regions.
“We extend our deepest condolences to the families of those who have lost their lives in these senseless attacks.
“Enough is enough. The time for words has passed—this is a time for bold, decisive, and just action,” NEF warned.
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