Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), and Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, have condemned the wave of violence sweeping through Bokkos Local Government Area and other parts of the state.
In a statement issued by Gyang Bere, Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Governor, both leaders called for immediate and decisive national action to bring an end to the bloodshed.
Describing the ongoing attacks as a “deliberate and orchestrated genocide” against indigenous communities, they issued a powerful appeal for urgent intervention at the national level.
The call came during Mr Obi’s condolence visit to Jos yesterday, during which he decried the displacement of innocent citizens from their ancestral homes, even thoughs not at war.
“There is absolutely no justification for this tragedy in a country that is not at war,” Obi said.
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“People must be able to live in peace, cultivate their lands, and feel secure. These are the most fundamental responsibilities of any government.”
Governor Mutfwang commended Mr Obi for his compassion and personal sacrifice in travelling to Plateau State to commiserate with the bereaved communities.
“His visit is not merely symbolic,” the governor noted, “it is a profound statement of solidarity in a time of sorrow. Obi’s compassion for the vulnerable has always been evident, and his presence here is deeply appreciated.”
Governor Mutfwang was unsparing in his assessment of the crisis: “What is happening in Bokkos is nothing short of genocide. This is not about political correctness—it is a calculated and brutal attempt to displace our people.
“Entire communities have been overrun, homes seized, and building materials stolen and repurposed to construct settlements for the aggressors. This must not be allowed to continue.”
Both leaders emphasised the urgent need for a unified national response to halt the carnage and uphold the sanctity of human life in Nigeria.
They warned that the ongoing normalisation of such violence poses a significant threat to the country’s unity and long-term stability.
Governor Mutfwang disclosed that Mr Obi donated a borehole to the people of Bokkos—an act of kindness quietly carried out but deeply appreciated by the community.
After signing the condolence register, Mr Obi urged Nigerians to resist any attempt to normalise terror and displacement.
“This must end. We must speak for the voiceless and stand fearlessly for justice,” he declared.
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Demonstrating his commitment beyond words, Mr Obi donated ₦10 million to the OLA Hospital School of Nursing in Jos, encouraging the institution to continue producing professionals who contribute meaningfully to national development.
He also visited and extended support to internally displaced persons from the Bokkos attacks, currently taking refuge at St Thomas Apostle Catholic Church in Bokkos.
