Deputy Speaker, Kalu Condemns Plateau Massacre

Oluwakemi Kindness

Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu has unequivocally condemned the recent killings in Plateau State by unknown gunmen.

The gunmen had recently invaded Ruwi, Hurti, and Tadai communities in Bokkos local government area of the State as well as Manguna and Dafo villages, launching brutal attacks on many homes and families.

The devastating assaults, which ravaged the communities reportedly resulted in significant loss of life and destruction of prosperities.

In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Levinus Nwabughiogu, Kalu expresses his deep concern and outrage over the attacks, emphasizing that such wanton killings and bloodletting are unacceptable and stand condemned by every patriotic Nigerian.

He however welcomed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment to apprehending the perpetrators and bringing them to justice, assuring the President of the Parliament’s unwavering support in this endeavour.

The Deputy Speaker also extended his heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims, Governor Calab Mutfwang, and the entire people of Plateau State over the unhealthy development.

He urged the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and other relevant agencies of government to urgently provide relief items to those affected by the attacks, emphasizing the need for swift action to alleviate the suffering of the victims.