Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State has paid a humanitarian visit to displaced residents in Mushere and Tangor communities of Bokkos Local Government Area, following a spate of deadly terrorist attacks in the area.
During the visit, Mr Mutfwang commiserated with families affected by the violence and reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to their welfare, safety, and long-term recovery.
He assured Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) that no household in distress would be neglected, particularly in this period of mourning and trauma.
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The governor’s visit came in the aftermath of renewed attacks by armed groups on innocent villagers, which led to multiple fatalities and the destruction of homes and livelihoods.
In response, he directed officials to conduct a comprehensive needs assessment to facilitate the timely delivery of relief items, especially for women and children.
Addressing hundreds of IDPs in Mushere, Mr Mutfwang praised the resilience of the affected communities and acknowledged the strategic importance of the area.
“We are here in Mushere, a community that has endured relentless and vicious onslaughts over the past three weeks. I salute the resilience of the people and commend the youth for their collaboration with security agencies in defending this land,” he said.
He accused the attackers of attempting to gain access to other regions through Mushere, but vowed that the government would not allow the community to fall.
The governor also urged youths to avoid destructive behaviours such as drug abuse and alcoholism, stressing their critical role in rebuilding the state.
“Our youth are our treasure. We need you now more than ever. Let us not be divided at heart,” he added.
Mr Mutfwang condemned reports of betrayal by individuals allegedly compromising local security and warned that those found culpable would face legal consequences.
Later in Tangor, the governor extended condolences to the Makai Tangor and families of victims of the recent attacks, describing the killings as shocking and tragic.
“We mourn with you and pray for God’s comfort and strength to bear this loss,” he said.
Mr Mutfwang pledged that no part of the state would be neglected in the government’s ongoing security and development efforts, noting the special support he previously received from the community during his political journey.
He also conveyed the condolences and backing of President Bola Tinubu, adding that the Federal Government was collaborating with the state to restore lasting peace.
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Efforts are underway, he said, to reinforce the security presence in affected communities, deploy additional personnel, and improve rural mobility by providing motorcycles and rehabilitating key access roads.
Responding to the governor’s visit, the District Head of Horop, Miskaham Jonah Dawum, called for permanent security outposts in vulnerable areas and proposed the creation of a Joint Taskforce between Plateau and Nasarawa States to pursue cross-border criminal elements.
