APC Chairman visits Bokkos attack victims, pledges reconstruction
Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- APC National Chairman Professor Nentawe Yilwatda visited victims of recent attacks in Bokkos, Plateau State, donating relief materials and pledging reconstruction support.
- The visit followed an attack on Kawel community where 22 people were killed; the chairman assured residents of the Federal Government's commitment to addressing insecurity.
- Relief items included rice, maize, beans, and palm oil, with plans to consult local leaders on rebuilding efforts and supporting those with medical conditions.
All Progressives Congress (APC) National Chairman Professor Nentawe Yilwatda Goshwe visited Mushere Chiefdom in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State to offer sympathy and support to victims of recent attacks. The visit, which included attending a church service, aimed to address the aftermath of an attack on Kawel community on June 21, which reportedly claimed 22 lives, including medical personnel.
Professor Yilwatda assured residents that the Federal Government, under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, remains committed to tackling insecurity and restoring peace. He emphasized the administration's understanding of victims' plights and its intensified efforts through enhanced security measures and coordinated interventions to protect lives and property nationwide. As a tangible show of support, the APC National Chairman distributed substantial relief materials, including 500 bags of rice, 100 bags of maize, 100 bags of beans, cartons of palm oil, and other essential supplies.
I am going to sit with the rulers of the communities, the Mushere Development Association and church leaders so that the support we provide will contribute to rebuilding the community. We will also look at how to support those with medical conditions.
Beyond immediate relief, Professor Yilwatda pledged support for the reconstruction of houses destroyed in the Kawel community attack. He announced plans for consultations with traditional rulers, the Mushere Development Association, and church leaders to ensure transparency and effective resource deployment for the rebuilding process. He also indicated that support would be extended to individuals with medical conditions resulting from the attacks.
Encouraging resilience, Yilwatda urged residents not to abandon farming despite recurring attacks, highlighting its centrality to livelihoods and economic development in Plateau State and Nigeria. He also called for continued vigilance, prayer, and unity among the populace to support government efforts in combating insecurity. He was accompanied by several dignitaries, including the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Dr. Bernard Doro, and the Speaker of the Plateau State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Naโanlong Daniel.
The Renewed Hope administration understands the plight of victims and is intensifying efforts through enhanced security measures and coordinated interventions to protect lives and property across the country.
Originally published by Vanguard in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.