In a compelling statement issued on Sunday, former Vice President and 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, passionately addresses the alarming surge of random violence across Nigeria, particularly the recent tragic incidents in Barikin Ladi and Bokkos Local Government Areas of Plateau State.
Atiku calls for urgent government intervention, emphasizing the necessity of prompt and proactive measures to combat the incessant killings and maiming of innocent citizens.
Atiku asserts that tackling these heinous acts requires a steadfast commitment from the government, urging the expansion of the security architecture in the country.
He advocates for the swift arrest and prosecution of those involved in these atrocities, emphasizing the importance of such actions as a deterrent to potential offenders.
Expressing deep concern over the frequent attacks by criminal groups in Plateau, Kaduna, Zamfara, and other vulnerable regions, Atiku stresses that only decisive government action can put an end to this disturbing trend.
He highlights the growing frustration with the government’s perceived inability to curb these lawless activities, suggesting that the calls for state police arise from the urgent need to address the security challenges effectively.
Atiku also addresses the issue of criminals being set free without diligent trials, attributing this to a decadence in the judiciary. He emphasizes the demoralizing impact such circumstances have on law enforcement officers and other security agencies.
In a stark warning, Atiku asserts that abandoning the populace to face existential threats is not an option. He underscores the primary responsibility of any government worldwide to protect the lives and property of its citizens.
Revealing his desire to visit Plateau in solidarity with the affected communities, Atiku emphasizes the urgency of collective action against the rising tide of insecurity in Nigeria.
