Atiku Blames Tinubu for Plateau Killings, Calls for Urgent Security Reforms

• Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has strongly condemned the recent killings in Plateau State.

• He blamed the Tinubu-led administration for security failures.

• Atiku expressed alarm over the worsening security situation in Nigeria, particularly in Plateau and Borno states.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has expressed outrage and sorrow over the recent wave of killings in Plateau State, attributing the insecurity to the failure of President Bola Tinubu’s administration.

At least 47 people were killed in a recent attack in the Zike community of Bassa Local Government Area.

“I am deeply saddened and alarmed by the resurgence of violent attacks in Plateau State,” Atiku said in a statement. “This tragedy, coming just days after a similar attack in Bokkos LGA, is a grim reminder of the worsening state of security in our country.”

Atiku condemned the Tinubu-led administration for failing to protect lives and property, saying, “It is regrettable and entirely unacceptable that these Nigerians had to lose their lives as a result of the incompetence of the Tinubu-led administration.”

He also raised concerns about terrorist attacks in Borno State, citing concerns raised by Governor Babagana Zulum and the Shehu of Borno.

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Atiku called for swift and decisive judicial action to hold perpetrators accountable, saying, “The Attorney General of the Federation must prioritize the prosecution of these criminals, and special courts should be established to fast-track their trials.”

He also urged the National Assembly to pass legislation allowing state governments to arm and equip local security outfits.