Governor Mutfwang Visits Attack-Hit Communities in Bokkos, Mangu; Vows Resettlement, Enhanced Security Ahead of Farming Season

 

Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has visited communities ravaged by recent attacks in Bokkos and Mangu Local Government Areas (LGAs), assessing the damage and reassuring displaced residents of government support.  

The governor toured heavily impacted areas, including Hurti and Daho, engaging with displaced families and urging them not to abandon their ancestral lands to invaders.  

Moved by the plight of survivors—particularly women and children—Governor Mutfwang called for unity and resilience. Addressing local youths, he urged them to focus on safeguarding their communities rather than succumbing to distractions.  

He commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for federal support during the crisis and pledged to personally update him on the situation to bolster security efforts.  

At Hurti in Manguna District, Mutfwang vowed to rebuild destroyed communities and ensure displaced persons return safely. He condemned the attacks as a deliberate ploy to disrupt farming and deepen poverty.  

“We are here to witness the devastation firsthand,” he said. “This village suffered some of the highest casualties in what was clearly an act of terrorism. We stand with you, and we will ensure justice.”  

He emphasized unity, stating, “God placed you on this land for a purpose. We must resist division. The federal government stands with us in restoring peace.”  

At St. Thomas Apostle Catholic Church in Bokkos—now a refuge for many—the governor praised the church’s humanitarian role and promised swift action to resettle victims. He also visited a mass burial site, pledging a memorial for the deceased.  

In Mangu LGA, Mutfwang expressed outrage over Tyop community’s occupied lands, where attackers had erected structures using looted materials. He ordered security agencies to document all illegal occupations and enforce lawful resettlement processes.  

“Plateau is hospitable, but unlawful occupation will not be tolerated,” he warned, directing a fair enumeration exercise to restore justice.  

Manguna District Head, Chief Raymond Alo, thanked the governor and urged stronger federal intervention. He revealed that some attackers were known to locals and could be prosecuted if given the chance.  

The governor’s visit reinforced his administration’s commitment to security, resettlement, and protecting farmers’ livelihoods ahead of the critical planting season.