Mutfwang condemns killings, calls for calm

Angered by the sad development, the youths of the communities blocked the highway, a situation that also led to the death of four others.

The governor, who countered claims in some quarters  that Plateau was unsafe, warned those he called mischief makers and crisis merchants to desist from de-marketing the state.

“Let me first, on behalf of the government of Plateau, commiserate with the families that lost their loved ones in the recent happenings in the state.

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“But let me say this, that people who want to make capital of these isolated incidents and try to tell a story that Plateau roads are not safe, are nothing but mischief.

“Plateau roads are safe; Plateau people are peace-loving.

“We do admit that there have been a few incidents here and there over the years, but they are totally disconnected, isolated and therefore must not be used to mischaracterise Plateau,” he said.

The governor, particularly, warned those who use social media to speak ill of Plateau to desist from the act, insisting that anyone caught would not be spared.

He also advised residents to desist from blocking highways under whatever guise, saying  that such behaviour portrays the state in a bad light to the outside world.

Mutwang, who called for calm over the various incidents, pledged the government’s commitment towards the safety of lives and property in the state.

The governor, who also commended the security agencies for the proactive steps taken to avert major security threats, promised to continually support them to provide maximum security.

He called on the traditional and religious leaders to cooperate and support the government’s efforts towards ensuring lasting peace in the state.