The Northern States Governors’ Forum has condemned the horrific attack and múrder of travellers from northern Nigeria in the Udune Efandion community of Uromi, Edo State.
The Daily Crucible reports that some 16 northern travellers were gruesomely kìlled and their remains set ablaze by irate youths who mistook them to be kidnappers/bandits.
Reacting to the incident, the Chairman of the forum and Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Yahaya, described it as a gross violation of human rights, declaring that extrajudicial violence is entirely unacceptable and must be unequivocally condemned with the utmost severity.
in a press statement on Friday by Director-General Press Affairs Gombe Government House Ismaila Misilli, the NSGF chairman expressed deepest condolences to the families of the victims and all those affected by the horrific event.
“We are deeply disturbed by the loss of innocent lives and the horrific manner in which these individuals were attacked,” Yahaya said.
“This appalling act undermines the rule of law and the very fabric of our society. It is imperative that the relevant authorities conduct a full and thorough investigation into this senseless act. The perpetrators must be identified, arrested, and brought to justice swiftly.”
Governor Yahaya emphasized that all Nigerians, regardless of their region, should be able to travel freely and safely without fear of harassment, violence, or intimidation.
He harped on the need for the government and law enforcement agencies to take action to prevent such incidents from recurring, even as he also appealed for calm.
