Recent violence in Jos, Plateau state, has left a devastating trail of death and destruction, with at least 28 people losing their lives and many others injured in an attack on the Angwan Rukuba community. The incident, which occurred on March 29, saw gunmen storm a popular bar in the area, unleashing a barrage of gunfire and machetes.
Reacting to the tragedy, Baba Othman-Ngelzarma, president of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN), expressed his deep concern and outrage at the senseless loss of life. In a scathing criticism, Othman-Ngelzarma accused certain religious leaders of fanning the flames of division and violence in the state through inflammatory rhetoric. He views the recurring cycle of violence in Plateau with grave concern, stating that it undermines peaceful coexistence and poses a threat to national unity.
MACBAN is particularly disturbed by the alleged role played by some religious leaders, who instead of promoting peace and tolerance have chosen to fuel the embers of division. Othman-Ngelzarma sees this as utterly irresponsible and destructive, contributing directly to the escalation of violence and intolerance in the community. He urged all religious, traditional, and community leaders to exercise restraint, promote dialogue, and work towards de-escalation.
As he so aptly put it, "Words matter," and in fragile environments like ours, they can either heal or destroy. MACBAN is calling
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