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TRENDING IN NIGERIA: Obi decries Plateau killings, calls for urgent govt action
Peter Obi, the former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, has strongly condemned the recent attacks in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State, Nigeria. He expressed deep concern over the senseless killings, which have left several communities in mourning.Obi lamented the fact that entire families, including children and pregnant women, were brutally slaughtered and buried in mass graves. He questioned the growing trend of violence across the country, wondering why such killings have become normalized. "How long will these killings, kidnapping, maiming, and criminality continue in our nation that is not at war?" he asked.
The former Anambra State governor emphasized that communities across the country now live in fear, unable to farm or trade safely. He cited examples from other states, including Benue, Enugu, Ondo, and Anambra, highlighting the need for government protection. "Communities like Bokkos in Plateau, Jato-Aka in Benue, Eha-Amufu in Enugu, Ufuma in Anambra, and Aba Oyinbo in Ondo deserve government protection," he stated.Obi called on the government and security agencies to take decisive action to stop the killings and ensure that perpetrators are brought to justice. He emphasized that concrete steps must be taken to prevent future occurrences and that those arrested must face justice. "The government and security agencies must ensure that these killings are stopped, and those arrested face the justice they deserve," he added.
Offering his condolences, Obi said, "My heart goes to the people of Bokkos, and others in various communities. No Nigerian should live in fear as the government must do what it takes to protect Nigerians." According to PUNCH Online, the attack, which started on Wednesday, left five people dead and 18 others hospitalized.
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