Northern States Governors’ Forum has condemned the murder of travelers from Northern Nigeria in Udune Efandion community of Uromi, Edo State.
Chairman of the Forum and Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, in a statement on Friday, described the attack as a gross violation of human rights.
He stressed that extrajudicial violence is entirely unacceptable and must be unequivocally condemned with the severity it deserved.
Yahaya said the forum expressed its deepest condolences to the families of the victims and all those affected by the tragic incident.
The NGF statement read, “We are deeply disturbed by the loss of innocent lives and the horrific manner in which these individuals were attacked.
“This appalling act undermines the rule of law and the very fabric of our society. It is imperative that the relevant authorities conduct a full and thorough investigation into this senseless act. The perpetrators must be identified, arrested, and brought to justice swiftly.”
Governor Yahaya stressed that all Nigerians, irrespective of their region, should be able to travel freely and safely without fear of harassment, violence, or intimidation.
The NGF chairman urged government and law enforcement agencies to swiftly act to prevent a recurrence of such incidents, appealing for calm.
