The murder of travellers from Northern Nigeria in the Udune Efandion community of Uromi, Edo State has continued to attract widespread condemnation with the Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF) describing it as a barbaric act.
In a statement issued Friday, the Chairman of the Forum and Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, described the attack as a gross violation of human rights, stressing that extrajudicial violence is entirely unacceptable and must be unequivocally condemned with the utmost severity.
He said the forum expressed its deepest condolences to the families of the victims and all those affected by the tragic incident.
“We are deeply disturbed by the loss of innocent lives and the horrific manner in which these individuals were attacked.”
“This appalling act undermines the rule of law and the very fabric of our society. The relevant authorities must conduct a full and thorough investigation into this senseless act. The perpetrators must be identified, arrested, and brought to justice swiftly,” he said.
Governor Yahaya reiterated that all Nigerians, regardless of their region, should be able to travel freely and safely without fear of harassment, violence, or intimidation.
He urged the government and law enforcement agencies to take swift action to prevent such incidents from recurring, while also appealing for calm.
