European Parliament Urges Tinubu to Address Insecurity

The European Parliament has called on Nigerian President Bola Tinubu to urgently address the escalating insecurity in Nigeria, particularly in the Middle Belt region, following a series of violent attacks in Plateau State. This call was made through a resolution that received overwhelming support, with 501 lawmakers voting in favor and 86 against.

The resolution specifically referenced the June 22 attack on Kawel Village in the Bokkos Local Government Area, where 20 Christians, including a pastor, were reportedly killed during a night raid by armed attackers. The European Parliament expressed deep concern over the deteriorating security situation in Nigeria, especially in Plateau State, where communities have faced repeated attacks.

Lawmakers urged the Nigerian government to intensify efforts against terrorist groups operating in the country, including Boko Haram and the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP). They also called for improved protection for civilians in conflict-prone areas and an independent investigation into the attacks, emphasizing the need to end the culture of impunity surrounding violent crimes.