JOS — Former presidential candidate and Labour Party stalwart, Peter Obi, has visited the Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State to commiserate with victims and families affected by the recent wave of brutal killings that have rocked the region.
In a heartfelt message posted to his official X (formerly Twitter) account on Monday, Obi described the killings as “senseless” and wholly unacceptable, especially in a nation not officially at war.
“Nigerians should not be killed or forced to flee their homes when we are not at war. Every life is precious,” Obi wrote, following a visit to displacement camps and affected communities in Bokkos.
Obi’s trip, which began in Abuja and ended with direct engagements in Jos and Bokkos, was aimed at showing solidarity with Governor Caleb Mutfwang and the people of Plateau State, who continue to endure persistent attacks despite repeated calls for federal intervention.
During his visit, Obi met with displaced children, women, and survivors, sharing words of comfort and calling for swift, strategic actions to restore peace and security.
“What has happened in these communities is very saddening. It is utterly unacceptable,” he said. “No Nigerian should have to live in fear or uncertainty in their own country.”
₦7.5 Million Donation for Relief and Education
In addition to his visit, the former Anambra governor announced a ₦7.5 million donation to support displaced children, aid education continuity, and meet immediate humanitarian needs within the affected communities.
He noted that this latest intervention builds on earlier support provided by his supporters through the Obidient Movement, which previously commissioned a clean water borehole for internally displaced persons (IDPs) in the area.
“We continued the support yesterday with ₦7.5 million to help provide facilities for displaced children and support ongoing needs. My heart is with the people of Bokkos during this difficult time,” he said.
A Call for Leadership and Compassion
Obi used the occasion to call for stronger leadership and a renewed national commitment to justice, peace, and the protection of citizens.
“Now, more than ever, leadership and compassion are essential. I stand in solidarity with Plateau State and remain committed to supporting all efforts toward peace and healing,” he said.
The visit has reignited conversations around the growing security crisis in central Nigeria, with many observers calling for coordinated action and transparency from federal authorities.
“May the souls of the departed rest in perfect peace,” Obi concluded. “And may the people of Bokkos find strength, comfort, and unity as they rebuild their lives.”
