Middle Belt Stakeholders Demand Action Against Killings

During a town hall meeting held by New Central TV in Plateau State, stakeholders from the Middle Belt called for an urgent end to the cycle of killings in the region. The event, themed "Middle Belt Question: Why Does Violence Persist?", brought together community leaders, victims of conflict, and representatives from security agencies.

Governor Caleb Mutfwang, represented by Joyce Ramnap, reaffirmed the government's commitment to addressing the root causes of violence and ensuring accountability for perpetrators. Prophet Isa Elbuba of the Evangelical Bible Outreach Ministry described the killings as a test of the nation's conscience, emphasizing the need to protect innocent lives.

Dr. Julius Sanda, Director General of the Plateau Peace Building Agency, stressed the importance of early warning and response mechanisms to prevent attacks.

Peace advocate Dr. Gideon Funmi Paramallam highlighted the centrality of victims' voices in policy discussions.

The meeting underscored the necessity for collaboration among communities, civil society, and government to rebuild trust and ensure justice in the Middle Belt.