Mutfwang Apologizes to Igbo Community; Dalung Responds

During an interactive meeting with Igbo leaders from the 17 local government areas of Plateau State in Jos, Governor Mutfwang apologized for the involvement of Plateau people in the 1967-1970 civil war, stating they were “deceived” into participating in the conflict. He expressed a desire to foster unity and urged for stronger ties between Plateau and the Igbo community.

In contrast, former minister Dalung rejected Mutfwang's apology, asserting that the governor did not possess the moral and constitutional authority to apologize on behalf of the people of Plateau. Dalung maintained that the governor's remarks did not represent the collective position of the state's populace.

This stance attracted criticism, particularly from Josef Onoh, former Southeast spokesman for President Bola Tinubu, who supported Mutfwang's apology as a courageous act of reconciliation aimed at promoting peace and national unity. Onoh emphasized that acknowledging historical grievances is essential for rebuilding trust among ethnic groups.