• Senator Commends Kefas, Security Agencies for Restoring Calm
JALINGO — Senator representing Taraba Central Senatorial District, Haruna Manu, has appealed for calm and peaceful coexistence following the recent clash between Fulani and Mambilla communities in Sardauna Local Government Area of Taraba State.
Manu, in a statement personally signed by him, expressed condolences to families who lost loved ones in the violence and urged residents of the affected communities to avoid actions capable of escalating tensions.
The clash, which reportedly occurred last Tuesday in communities around Mbamga along the Nigeria-Cameroon border, was reported to have claimed nine lives.
The former Taraba State Deputy Governor described the development as unfortunate and appealed to the affected communities to remain calm and embrace peace.
“I want to appeal for understanding and plead with the families of the victims of the clash. This development is uncalled for, especially at this trying period for all and sundry,” Manu said.
He also commended Taraba State Governor, Dr. Agbu Kefas, for what he described as his timely intervention in containing the crisis.
“I want to equally thank His Excellency, Dr Agbu Kefas, for his timely intervention to quickly nip the clash in the bud before it escalates,” he added.
The senator also praised security operatives for their efforts in restoring calm to the affected communities.
Manu urged residents and leaders of the various communities to continue to promote peaceful coexistence and work collectively to prevent a recurrence of violence in the area.
