NDC criticises government over killings in northern states
The Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC) has strongly condemned the recent killings in Plateau, Taraba, and Kaduna states. The party, through its Deputy National Publicity Secretary Abdulmumini Abdulsalam, expressed deep sympathy for the victims and their families. The NDC criticised the ruling government for failing to address the persistent security crisis in these regions. They called for urgent and concrete action to stop the violence and protect communities.
Key takeaways
- The NDC described the attacks in Plateau, Taraba, and Kaduna as evidence of the government’s inability to tackle insecurity.
- Over 30 people were killed in a community in the Angwan Rukuba district of Plateau State, while at least 13 died during a wedding attack in Kaduna State.
- In Taraba State, a policeman, a fuel station attendant, and two internally displaced persons were killed in Takum.
- Abdulmumini Abdulsalam criticised both the federal and state governments, including Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang, for inadequate responses.
- The party urged the government to move beyond rhetoric and take decisive action to end the killings and bring perpetrators to justice.
