The Taraba State Commissioner of Police, Emmanuel S. Bretet, has called on community leaders in Karim-Lamido Local Government Area to advise their members to remain within secured environments and prioritize peace and unity.
He also appealed to them to consistently assist the police and other security agencies with relevant and timely information to enable prompt response.
The commissioner made this call shortly after his on-the-spot assessment visit to Karim-Lamido, where scores of persons were allegedly killed by herders.
He urged the community to prioritize peace and unity by calming tensions on the ground.
The police commissioner condemned the unfortunate incident and instantly reviewed the security architecture of the area by deploying additional manpower to rebuild public confidence.
“The purpose of my visit is to ensure that peace is restored,” he said, and he stressed the importance of adhering to the rule of law.
He further announced that Individuals or groups provoking incessant disturbances would face decisive legal action.
Bretet reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to protecting lives and property, assuring the people that sufficient security measures are in place to restore peace and normalcy in the affected communities.
The Council Chairman, Bitrus Danjos, commended the Commissioner of Police for his swift intervention and pledged support, including intelligence sharing, to promote peace.
Over 37 persons allegedly killed by herders were given a mass burial in the council area last Saturday.