President Bola Tinubu has called on Plateau Gov. Caleb Mutfwang to take decisive action regarding the recent killing of travellers by a mob in Mangun district of Mangu Local Government Area of the state.
The incident, which occurred on Friday, resulted in the deaths of 12 people, including wedding guests travelling from Kaduna to Plateau.
The Nigerian leader condemned the incident in a press statement released on Sunday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga saying, “The government of Plateau state must take decisive action in handling these vicious cycles of violence.”
He reiterated the need for the state government to work with security agents to get to the root of the issue and use it as a deterrent against future occurrences.
The President also directed the Police to work with other security and intelligence agencies to ensure those responsible for the attack are held accountable.
“The president called for calm, promising not to allow the dastardly act to go unpunished,” the statement added.
Tinubu’s statement highlighted the importance of freedom of movement, saying, “Freedom of movement by all citizens is non-negotiable. We will not tolerate any attempt by anyone or group of people to curtail that fundamental freedom through acts of extreme violence and fear.”
The President commiserated with the victims’ families and the people and government of Kaduna state, expressing his condolences for the tragic loss of life.
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