The Plateau chapter of Jama’atu Nasril Islam (JNI) paid a visit to Governor Caleb Mutfwang to discuss the recent incidents of violence in the state on Tuesday, urging stakeholders to be more responsive to early warning signals to avoid a repeat of such conflict.
The Emir of Wase, Mohammed Haruna, who serves as the JNI chairman, characterized the incident as regrettable and contrary to religious principles.
“You are fully aware there are Muslims living with you in Plateau. We felt that with such development, there’s a need to come to show our love, concern, prayers, support and suggestions on the way forward. I am saying to the governor that Islam in no way encourages such kind of horror,” stated Mr Haruna.
The Emir of Wase added, “Islam does not give anyone the right to take the life of another, and in your government, you have Muslims working with you. I pray that this will be the last time that any gathering like this will hold because of something like this happening on the Plateau.
”It is time for us to put our hands together like our forefathers have done in the past to guard against such. I want to urge you and the local government chairmen to utilise the early warning signals which are usually available before such crises erupts and this recent attack was no exception.
“May God console those who suffered losses and grant eternal rest to the departed.”
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Mr. Mutfwang expressed gratitude to the group for their support, emphasizing his dedication to serving all citizens, regardless of their religious inclinations.
He assured his commitment to collaborating closely with the Muslim Ummah to foster the development of Plateau.
The governor said, “I want to express my profound gratitude to the Muslim Ummah. I appreciate you all for the support you have shown me this far. You have demonstrated to the world that we can live together as one people.
“You have demonstrated to the world that all you care for is a leader who is fair and just, and that is what we promise to all Plateau people.
“We will be fair to all, we will be just to all, irrespective of our faith or tribe; neither of us chose our religions; I, therefore, believe that we are all answerable to God who created us.”
He added, “I want to thank you for the support you have shown to me personally and to the state even at such a time.”
The governor of Plateaus emphasized the importance of ongoing efforts towards peaceful coexistence within their communities. He urged them to remain vigilant and advise their members against any actions that could disrupt the prevailing peace.