President Bola Tinubu on Saturday vowed that the gunmen responsible for the recent attacks in Plateau would be apprehended and punished.

Gunmen launched brutal assaults on the Ruwi, Hurti, and Tadai communities in the Bokkos Local Government, as well as Manguna and Dafo villages, resulting in the loss of lives and widespread destruction of property.

Presidential aide Bayo Onanuga disclosed in a statement that Mr Tinubu expressed his deep sorrow over the violent attacks.

The president directed security agencies to track down the attackers, promising they would face severe punishment once apprehended.

“The latest attacks on defenceless citizens are unacceptable. These intermittent attacks have no place in our country, especially at a time when we are working tirelessly to restore peace and order.

“This unfortunate incident will not slow us down in our duty to protect every Nigerian. Instead, we will intensify efforts to eradicate forces of evil wherever they are found,” Mr Tinubu said.

The president extended his condolences to the government of Plateau and Governor Caleb Mutfwang, urging affected communities to cooperate with authorities and security agencies by sharing information to help identify the perpetrators and secure their areas.

He assured Mr Mutfwang of his support in ending the violence on the Plateau.

Mr Tinubu also directed the National Emergency Management Agency to collaborate with state authorities to provide immediate relief and support to the victims and those wounded in the attacks.

The president expressed his condolences to the families of the victims.

“No community should endure such tragedy. We must unite to foster peace and stability,” Mr Tinubu said.

He called on all citizens to embrace peace, uphold shared humanity, and reject retaliation, regardless of ethnic, religious, or political affiliations.

(NAN)