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Kawel Attack: Deputy Governor Piyo Visits Bereaved Community, Assures Victims of Justice and Support
By Isaac Jonathan Mawares
BOKKOS LOCAL GOVERNMENT COUNCIL EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN, HON. AMALAU SAMUEL AMALAU, RECEIVES THE PLATEAU STATE DEPUTY GOVERNOR, NGO JOSEPHINE PIYO, LEADS HER to Kawel COMMUNITY IN MUSHERE CHIEFDOM TO SHOW SOLIDARITY WITH THEM OVER THE UNPROVOKED AND HEINOUS ATTACK BY HEARTLESS AND LUCIFERIC TERRORISTS
The Executive Chairman of Bokkos Local Government Council, Hon. Amalau Samuel Amalau, on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, welcomed Deputy Governor Ngo Josephine Piyo and escorted her to Kawel Community in Mushere Chiefdom to sympathize with the residents over the grim, unprovoked, and nefarious attack by heartless and Luciferic terrorists, on Sunday, June 21, 2026, which resulted in the death of more than twenty innocent people and left the community in deep mourning.
Hon. Amalau expressed gratitude to the Deputy Governor for standing with the bereaved families, Kawel Community, Mushere Chiefdom, and all residents of Bokkos LGA during this tragic time.
In his statement, the Executive Chairman detailed the tragic events surrounding the attack, describing how innocent residents, including patients and a health worker at a Primary Health Care facility, were brutally killed.
Hon. Amalau mourned the loss of lives, the destruction of hope for an unborn child whose mother was in labor when the attack occurred, and the community’s loss of essential healthcare services due to the killing of the health worker.
He urged the residents of Mushere Chiefdom to stay peaceful, law-abiding, and united despite their grief. He advised the youth to avoid taking revenge or acting on suspicion, urging them instead to cooperate with security agencies by providing helpful information to help apprehend and prosecute the suspects.
The Executive Chairman reminded everyone of Romans 12:19, “Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord,” encouraging trust in God and lawful authorities to achieve justice.
Representing the Governor of Plateau State, His Excellency Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, Deputy Governor Ngo Josephine Piyo described the attack as tragic, unfortunate, and unjustifiable. She assured the grieving community that the government remains committed to supporting the affected families and ensuring those responsible face justice.
She further urged the people to keep hope alive, emphasizing that God is their refuge and strength during difficult times. She prayed for divine comfort for the bereaved families and reaffirmed the solidarity of the Plateau State Government with Kawel Community, Mushere Chiefdom, and the entire Bokkos LGA over the loss of lives and property caused by the barbaric attack.
Signed:
MAPIS ISAAC JONATHAN MARAWES,
Director of Media and Publicity,
Office of the Executive Chairman,
Bokkos Local Government Council.
Plateau State Governor Caleb Muftwang has commended President Bola Tinubu for approving the dualisation of the road linking Plateau to Taraba.
Mr Mutfwang commended the president in a statement by the Director of Press and Public Affairs to governor, Dr Gyang Bere, on Sunday in Jos.
Mr Tinubu recently approved the dualisation of the road linking Mararaban Jama’a–Pankshin–Langtang–Shendam in Plateau to river Ibi in Taraba.
Mr Mutfwang described the landmark project as a historic intervention aimed at unlocking the economic potential of Plateau State.
He added that the project would strengthen regional integration and improve the quality of life of Plateau people and Nigerians in general.
Mr Mutfwang further said that the project clearly demonstrates Mr Tinubu’s commitment to inclusive national development and determination to bridge infrastructure gaps across the country.
He argued that the project would ensure smooth movement of goods and services, reduce transportation costs and boost agricultural production.
“It will also boost commerce, attract investments, promote tourism and enhance social and economic interactions across the region. This is not just about the construction of a road; it is about restoring hope, expanding economic opportunities, creating jobs and opening up rural communities.
“It will accelerate the development of the North-Central and North-East corridors. It is a project that will positively impact generations to come,” Bere quoted Mutfwang as saying.
The governor equally commended the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, who also lobbied for the project.
Mr Mutfwang particularly thanked Mr Yilwatda for his strategic engagement and commitment to the development of Plateau State at all times.
He also praised the Minister of Works, David Umahi, for his dedication, professionalism and determination in driving the Renewed Hope infrastructure agenda across the country.
The governor called on the residents of Plateau Stare to support the transformative agenda of the president, aimed at ensuring a better Nigeria for all.
(NAN)
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