President Tinubu Cancels Ogun Visit to Confront Rising Violence in Plateau



A sudden change of plans for President Tinubu. Originally set to visit Ogun State to flag off operations at the Gateway International Cargo Airport, the President has instead decided to travel to Jos, Plateau State, in response to the tragic events that unfolded there over the weekend. On Sunday, March 30, suspected terrorists carried out a devastating attack on the Angwan Rukuba community, resulting in the deaths of over 40 people.

President Tinubu's decision to visit Jos was announced by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, in a statement released on Wednesday, April 1. The President has chosen to put his planned trip to Ogun on hold, opting to show solidarity with the people of Plateau during this difficult time. As he prepares to arrive in Jos, the President expressed his commitment to standing with the families of those who lost their lives and to reaffirming the government's resolve to tackle terrorism.

In his statement, President Tinubu reassured Nigerians that the government will continue to strengthen its security response and ensure that justice is served. He also emphasized the importance of keeping the momentum going, both in times of progress and in moments of grief. The President plans to visit Lagos to observe Good Friday, before resuming his scheduled engagements in Ogun, Lagos, and Bayelsa, focusing on infrastructure, trade, and economic growth. His message is one of hope and resilience, reminding Nigerians that even in the face of adversity,

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