The Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction has donated foodstuffs to victims of attacks in Ngbrazongo community, Kwall District of Bassa Local Government Area (LGA) of Plateau State.
Dr. Bernard Doro, the Minister in charge of the ministry, accompanied by Gov. Caleb Mutfwang, presented the items to the victims on Monday in Bassa.
Gunmen had attacked Ngbrazongo community on May 8, killing some residents and injuring many others.
Doro, a native of the area, commiserated with those who lost loved ones and said the Federal Government had put modalities in place to address the security challenges in the state.
“We are here on behalf of the Federal Government to present these items as succour to our people who were recently attacked.
“President Bola Tinubu is worried about the security challenges in Plateau and is committed to tackling them head-on,” he said.
Gov. Mutfwang, who also commiserated with the affected persons, frowned at the resurgence of insecurity in the state.
The governor described the killings as pure acts of terrorism, saying they were aimed at denying residents access to their means of livelihood.
He promised to collaborate with the Federal Government and security agencies to end the menace.
“We are here to let you know that you are not alone; we are together in this.
“Nobody is happy about this unfortunate situation, but by the special grace of God, we will soon overcome it.
“As your leaders, we are under oath to defend our land and secure our people. No Plateau land will be ceded to terrorists,” Mutfwang said.
The governor commended the security agencies for their efforts in securing communities and called on the youths to support them in safeguarding lives and property.
In a brief remark, Dr. Joshua Riti, Chairman of Bassa LGA, said the consistent attacks on communities in the locality had severely affected economic activities in the area.
Also, Rev. Daniel Gya, President of the Irigwe Development Association, called on the government to tackle the insecurity and provide social amenities to open up rural communities.
The items donated include 100 bags each of rice, beans, and maize, as well as cooking oil, among others.
