From Femi Mustapha, in Kaduna
The Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani (CON) has condemned the killing of 12 citizens from Kaduna State in the troubled Mangun District of Mangu Local Government Area, Plateau State, describing it as an act of savagery.
In a statement he signed, he expressed his shock and deep sorrow upon hearing of the deaths of these citizens.
Eleven others sustained varying degrees of injuries in the attack while traveling to the Quan Pan Local Government Area for a wedding ceremony.
Governor Uba Sani insisted that those responsible for this crime must be apprehended and dealt with accordingly.
He urged security agencies to spare no effort until these criminals are brought to justice.
“We must put a stop to the nefarious activities of non-state actors. There is no justification for anyone to attack any citizen of Nigeria in any part of the country. This madness must end – enough is enough.”
Uba Sani also called on Plateau State Governor Barrister Caleb Mutfwang to take decisive action in response to this unfortunate incident.
He urged Mutfwang to take full charge of the situation and direct the operations of security agencies until the murderers are brought to justice.
“I will follow up on the progress made in the investigations and field operations to apprehend the criminals,” he stated.
“We must send a clear message that impunity will no longer be tolerated. ”
Let me take this opportunity to urge the citizens of Kaduna State to remain calm. We are committed to ensuring that our murdered citizens receive justice.
We have made remarkable progress in peacebuilding and conflict transformation in Kaduna State.”
“The Kaduna Peace Model demonstrates that with political will, commitment, and sincerity of purpose, a toxic environment can be transformed into an ‘oasis of peace’.
The situation in Plateau State is not beyond redemption. The bloodshed must stop.”
“Our deepest condolences go to the families of the citizens who lost their lives in Mangu Local Government Area.
I have been in touch with the families of the victims, and we will do everything in our power to ease their pain. We will also ensure that those injured receive adequate medical attention. May the souls of our departed citizens rest in perfect peace.”
