By Chibuike Nwabuko
ABUJA (PRECISE POST) – The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, has strongly condemned the deadly attack on residents of Angwan Rukuba in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State.
The attack, which occurred on Sunday night, left several people dead and many others injured, plunging the community into grief and mourning.
In a condolence message, signed by Udora Orizu, Special Adviser on Press Affairs to the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, made available to news men, Kalu expressed deep sorrow over the incident, extending his sympathies to the bereaved families and the Plateau State Government. He also prayed for the speedy recovery of those injured in the attack.
Describing the violence as senseless and unacceptable, the Deputy Speaker stressed the need to uphold the sanctity of human life at all times.
Kalu assured residents that security agencies would intensify efforts to track down those responsible and bring them to justice. He also urged the public to remain calm and cooperate with law enforcement authorities by providing credible information to support ongoing investigations.
The lawmaker further called for enhanced security measures in vulnerable communities and a renewed commitment from all stakeholders to ensure lasting peace in Plateau State and across the country.