In view of the current security upheavals confronting Plateau State, I wish to extend my heartfelt condolences to the victims of heinous attacks in Bokkos and Bassa communities leading to the deaths of over100 people, mostly, women and children and property worth hundreds million of Naira destroyed.
I commend His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Plateau State Barr. Caleb Mutfwang for his prompt response and measures taken to avert further attacks in addition to providing relief materials to survivors.
These barbaric attacks must be condemned in strong terms by every sane and rational mind because they are a threat to peace and stability of Plateau State.
It’s no longer suspicion but an established fact that the incessant massacres on the Plateau is an orchestrated and well-coordinated plan to impoverish and intimidate the people towards taking over their ancestral land.
And in spite of sufficient evidence pointing to the identities and motives of these killers, yet, some so-called leaders have continued to shield them by spreading false narratives of either farmers-herders conflicts or communal clashes.
It is very glaring that the incessant killings on the Plateau for almost two decades are driven by expansionist agenda and not the factors mentioned above as often portrayed by the enemies of Plateau State.
In this regard, it is imperative that we unite as a people. This is a time for unity not division. Thought we may be affiliated to different political parties, I hold strongly that our safety and peace must always come first. .
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We must therefore, rise above party lines and other sentiments and work hand-in-hand for the collective good of our land.
I am also told that some arrests have been made of the suspected killers. Kudos to our security operatives. All eyes now are on the government for an open, transparent and accelerated prosecution of the suspects in a competent court of jurisdiction.
This is necessary taking into cognizance the fact that over the years, some arrests of suspects of previous massacres have been made and the suspects taken to Abuja and thereafter, nothing has been heard or said about them.
What happened in these communities is man’s inhumanity to man.
My heart goes out to all the affected families.
I cannot imagine the pain and heartache you’re feeling at the moment. However. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Signed:
Mr. John Gamasaura Katura
MD/CEO, JOKATU Property Development Limited,
Abuja
April 19, 2025
EASTER MESSAGE FROM MR. JOHN GAMASAURA KATURA
My dear people of Plateau State.
I extend to you all my special greetings and heartfelt wishes for a joyful and blessed Easter celebration.
Easter is a sacred season that reminds us of the power of love, the beauty of sacrifice, and the eternal hope we have in renewal and resurrection. Just as Christ triumphed over death, may we too rise above every challenge with faith, unity, and resilience.
I therefore, encourage all Christians to take advantage of this moment to pray for our leaders and our country for peace and security, particularly for Plateau state, which has witnessed a resurgence of violent attacks on communities.
Let this Easter rekindle in us the spirit of brotherhood, peace, and forgiveness. Let our homes be filled with laughter, our hearts with gratitude, and our community with harmony.
May this season bring divine blessings upon our land, strengthen our bonds, and guide us all toward a future of lasting peace and prosperity.
Happy Easter to you all.
John Gamasaura Katura
MD/CEO JOKATU Property Development Limited
Abuja
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