The Digest:
Plateau State has expressed strong dissatisfaction with the military's failure to apprehend the attackers who killed 27 farmers in Riyom Local Government Area. Despite a checkpoint being located just 200 meters away, the military failed to intervene or capture the perpetrators.
Key Points:
- On July 16, 27 farmers were killed in Bindi, Riyom LGA, in an attack by gunmen.
- The assailants attacked at 3 am, destroying homes and crops across eight settlements.
- Plateau’s Governor Caleb Mutfwang demands a review of security strategies in the state.
- Plateau's Commissioner for Information, Joyce Ramnap, criticized the military's failure to arrest the attackers despite their proximity.
- A military checkpoint was only 200 meters away from the scene, but no arrests were made.
- Ramnap emphasized that not all military personnel should be blamed, but accountability is needed.
- The incident highlights an ongoing issue of insecurity in the state, with several previous attacks in recent months.
- Governor Mutfwang calls for urgent action from federal authorities to improve the security situation.
The Plateau government urges a more proactive approach from security forces after 27 farmers were killed despite the nearby military presence. With attacks continuing, the government stresses the need for greater accountability and immediate intervention.
Sources: Channels TV, TheCable
