Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has urged the Chief of Defence Staff, Christopher Musa, to take concrete action to address the recent killings in Plateau State. In a Facebook post, she expressed frustration over the lack of security in the region, citing the latest attack in Angwan Rukuba as an example. The attack, which occurred on Sunday night, left scores dead and many injured after gunmen opened fire on residents. Witnesses described the chaos, with one resident saying the attackers rode past and started shooting sporadically, causing people to run in different directions.
The senator's comments came after a deadly attack on Sunday night in Jos North Local Government Area, where gunmen targeted a busy junction and an open-air bar, as well as nearby residential areas. The attack has triggered tension in the area, with some youths blocking major roads in protest. Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang has condemned the attack and imposed a 48-hour curfew in Jos North to contain further escalation.
The latest killings in Plateau State are a clear indication that the current security measures are not working, and it is time for the Chief of Defence Staff, Christopher Musa, to deliver on his promises. Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan's call for action is a direct challenge to the military leadership to prove that they are committed to protecting Nigerian lives. The fact that scores of people were killed and many others injured in the attack is a stark indication of the failure of the security system. Governor Caleb Mutfwang's imposition of a 48-hour curfew in Jos North may help to contain the situation, but it is not a long-term solution to the problem. The government needs to come up with a more effective strategy to address the root causes of the violence and ensure that Nigerians are protected.
