Killings: NGF tasks Plateau leaders to unite residents
The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has tasked leaders in Plateau State to unite the multi-cultural people and residents of the state to stop the spate of senseless killings.
NGF Chairman and Governor of Kwara State, Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, made the call during his visit on Thursday, April 17, 2025, to the state.
During the visit, Abdulrazaq said, “On behalf of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum and the people of our states, I bring you sincere words of condolences on the unfortunate events in which many of our compatriots have lost their lives.
“We call on leaders and influencers across all communities and sectors in Plateau to join His Excellency in the task of uniting the people and restoring sustainable peace.
“Leaders, including youth leaders, should come together to speak strongly against violence of any kind. We urge that we resolve our differences through dialogue, fair negotiations, mutual respect, and perspective-taking.
“Sustainable development can be a mirage in an atmosphere of tension and violence. Plateau is full of potential, especially in agriculture and tourism. But these potentials could be affected negatively if we allow violence or threats to define how people see our communities.”
He commended Governor Caleb Mutfwang for his leadership at this critical moment. “Our visit is to express our solidarity with His Excellency and the government and good people of Plateau State. We pray to God Almighty to repose the souls of the victims and restore peace to our communities,” he said.
