The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, has condemned the recent killings in Angwan Rukuba, Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State, describing the attack as gruesome and heinous.
In a statement issued on Tuesday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Musa Abdullahi Krishi, the Speaker expressed deep sympathy to the affected community following the deadly assault by suspected terrorists, which left scores dead, many injured, and properties destroyed.
Speaker Abbas called on the Federal Government and security agencies to take decisive action to curb the rising wave of violence, stressing that Nigerians must not be left at the mercy of criminals and non-state actors.
He noted that the tragic incident calls for sober reflection among all stakeholders and urged a unified and collective response to address insecurity across the country.
Emphasising that the protection of lives and property remains the primary responsibility of government, Abbas advocated stronger collaboration between federal and sub-national authorities, improved synergy among security agencies, and greater cooperation between government and citizens.
The Speaker also condoled with the families of victims and extended his sympathies to the Angwan Rukuba community, as well as the government and people of Plateau State.
He further prayed for the repose of the souls of those who lost their lives in the attack.
