More Nigerian groups condole plateau state government over Christmas eve killings

Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang has received the President Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, Bishop Wale Oke.

Mutfwang told his visitors that the Church leaders have a role to play in promoting peace, seeking religious harmony and coming to the aid of displaced persons in Plateau State.

During the condolence visit at the New Government House Little Rayfield in Jos, the state capital, Mutfwang expressed gratitude for the PFN’s leadership’s presence.

He acknowledging its potential to boost the morale of bereaved families and inspire further government action towards resolving the ongoing unrest.

He reiterated his commitment to contributing to Plateau’s development through political service and urged religious leaders, including the PFN, to support his efforts in making the state a source of national pride. 

Earlier, Bishop Wale-Oke condemned the senseless and barbaric attacks in the state and called on the Federal Government to find a lasting solution to the recurring security challenges.

Similarly, the Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang also welcomed the Northern Senators Forum, led by their Chairman, Senator Abdul Ningi. 

Mutfwang said the forum has a role to play in promoting peace, seeking religious harmony and coming to the aid of displaced persons in Plateau State.

He expressed appreciation for the senators’ visit and thanked President Bola Tinubu for sending a delegation led by Vice President Kashim Shettima.

 Mutfwang said it is a demonstration of the political will to combat coordinated violence in Plateau and he stressed the need for federal support to address the humanitarian crisis caused by the attacks.

Responding Senator Abdul Ningi, representing the Northern Senators Forum, expressed deep sorrow over the Christmas Eve attacks and decried the general insecurity in the northern region.

 He called for unity and tolerance among the people as essential elements in effectively addressing the ongoing challenges.