“We pray for God’s comfort and healing for all the affected communities and families.’’
One of the witnesses told journalists that he lost his wife and son in the attack.
“We must stay united to defend our communities,” Mr Muftwang said in a statement on Tuesday.
The attack occurred Saturday and Sunday as village residents prepared for the Christmas celebration.
Nigeria Civil Security and Defence Corps (NSCDC) has deployed 2,500 personnel in Plateau ahead of the Christmas and New Year.
“I look forward to the day that we will rise as Plateau citizens and pursue the purpose of God in this land, and I believe we can do it,” he said.
Residents who spoke with journalists said they would be mindful of their budgets at yuletide.
“It is, therefore, imperative that the sector be given the utmost priority in national economic policies and future budgets.”
Mr Shikse explained that the walk, devoid of tribal, religious and political inclination, had participants from all parts of the states.
On August 14, suspected gunmen killed a newly married couple, one Rwang Danladi, 37 and his wife, Sandra, 28.
