President Tinubu has directed security agencies to find those behind what he called the “dastardly acts” of killings in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State and parts of Benue State.
In a statement issued on Tuesday by his spokesman, Mr. Dele Alake, the president condemned the killings, and expressed sadness and grief over the latest round of violence in Plateau.
He described the attacks as needless, avoidable and very depressing.
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The President charged the governments of Plateau and Benue States, as well as emergency response agencies to provide support and immediate relief to victims.
He reaffirmed his government’s determination to stamp out violent crimes and all forms of criminality in Nigeria.
President Tinubu also urged community and religious leaders, traditional rulers and socio-cultural organisations to work together to help foster genuine and long-lasting peace, rebuild trust and restore harmony to the conflict areas.
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