Christian Association of Nigeria has called for urgent and decisive action following the deadly attack in Plateau State, insisting that Nigerians are no longer satisfied with official condemnations without concrete results.
President of CAN, Daniel Okoh, described the killings as not only tragic but completely unacceptable, urging security agencies to identify, arrest, and prosecute those responsible without delay.
“Nigerians are tired of mourning. Nigerians are tired of statements. Nigerians want to see action,” Okoh said in a statement issued late Monday.
He stressed that justice must be swift and visible, warning that failure to punish those behind the attack would further erode public confidence in the country’s security system.
“Those responsible for this atrocity must be found, arrested, and made to face justice — swiftly and decisively. Anything less will only deepen the sense that life in our country is no longer protected,” he added.
The attack, which occurred on Sunday in Angwan Rukuba within Jos North Local Government Area, claimed 28 lives and left several others injured, according to official figures.
The killings triggered outrage among residents, with angry youths staging protests in parts of the community as tension rose across the state.
CAN said the incident strikes at the core of public trust and must be thoroughly investigated, adding that security agencies must move beyond reactive responses and adopt stronger preventive measures.
“Our security institutions must not only respond; they must stay ahead of these threats,” the association stated.
While acknowledging efforts by the Plateau State Government, the Christian body maintained that temporary interventions are no longer enough.
“The people of Plateau, and indeed all Nigerians, deserve lasting security, not periodic reassurance,” Okoh said.
CAN also urged citizens to remain calm and vigilant, while insisting that the nation owes both justice to the victims and protection to those still living.
“We owe the dead justice. We owe the living protection. And we owe our future a country where no community wakes up to gunfire on a sacred day.”
Meanwhile, Caleb Mutfwang confirmed that 28 people lost their lives in the violence, describing the incident as deeply painful for the state.
“This unfortunate event led to the loss of 28 innocent lives and left many others injured. I feel deeply the weight of the pain inflicted on our people,” the governor said in a statewide broadcast.
Despite the tragedy, Mutfwang vowed that Plateau would not surrender to fear or intimidation.
“We shall emerge stronger, united, and resolute in our faith and commitment to peace,” he assured.
The governor said every available resource would be deployed to secure lives, property, and the territorial integrity of the state.
“Plateau shall remain strong and peaceful.”
Governor Mutfwang visited the affected community and injured victims on Monday, as authorities imposed a curfew on the area to prevent further breakdown of law and order.
The latest attack has attracted widespread condemnation across Nigeria and adds to growing concerns over recurring violence in the North-Central region.
