Former Minister of Aviation, Femi
Fani Kayode has blamed the resurgence of violence in some communities in
Plateau State on foreign assailants whom he said are not only attacking Plateau
but other parts of the country as well.
He said citizens of the state are
not in any battle with one another, but facing instigation from influencers
outside the state.
Kayode who is in the state to
condole with the government and people over the recent happenings which led to
a breach of peace, said, “Plateau State is a melting point of the nation whose
history of accommodation, tolerance hospitality and serenity is globally
recognised.
He said, “the recent attacks by
criminals must not be allowed to give the impression of hostility between
people of Plateau State who have dwelt together in peace despite religious and
ethnic peculiarities.
“They are therefore not in any
battle with one another, but are rather facing instigation from influencers
outside the State”, he maintained.
“The attacks are the handiwork of
foreign assailants who are not only attacking Plateau State but other parts of
the country as well.
“They must be fished out and
dealt with in order to stop them from destroying the nation”, he added.
He described Governor Lalong as
an example of “tolerance, peace, unity and forgiveness” whose inclusive
leadership style has set him apart as a national icon.
Kayode encouraged the Governor to
continue with his efforts to promote peaceful coexistence and also deal with
criminals who are “killing and maiming” innocent people.
Responding, Governor Lalong said
he was delighted with the visit of Chief Kayode, whom he said has been going
around the country preaching peace, unity and reconciliation.
Lalong reaffirmed his
determination to continue to run an inclusive Government that takes care of
care of the interests of all citizens no matter their backgrounds.
Adding that it was what gave the
state its fame and fortune over the years and gave it recognition as the home
for all.
The Governor appreciated all
Nigerians that have expressed solidarity to the state during its trying moment
and also condemned the narratives that seemed to fuel “anger, tensions,
reprisals and instability”.
He said despite this development,
the State remains the destination of choice for many people from within and
outside the country as it still embraces diversity and goodwill.
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