On October 20, 2024, the Honourable Minister of Defense, Alhaji Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, hosted a stakeholders engagement meeting at the 3 Division Auditorium in Jos, Plateau State. The meeting brought together key community, religious, and youth leaders from Barkin Ladi, Riyom, Mangu, and Wase local government areas (LGAs) to discuss pressing security challenges in the state.
The event was attended by top military personnel, including the General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the 3 Division, Major General A.E. Abubakar, who served as the chief host. Also present were representatives of the Plateau State Government, the Plateau Peace Building Agency, and chairmen of the affected local governments.
In his welcome remarks, Maj. Gen. A.E. Abubakar highlighted the military’s efforts in reducing the frequency of attacks in Plateau State. He noted that while there have been significant improvements in certain areas, critical security concerns still persist in some LGAs. The GOC reaffirmed the military’s commitment to maintaining peace and called on the stakeholders to continue supporting security efforts.
Addressing the gathering, the Honourable Minister of Defense, Alhaji Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, acknowledged the presence of the Governor of Plateau State, as well as the contributions of the various stakeholders in the states peace process. He delivered a goodwill message from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, assuring the people of Plateau of the federal government’s commitment to restoring lasting peace in the state.
Alhaji Mohammed Badaru emphasized the importance of inter-religious harmony, urging Christian and Muslim communities to embrace peace and work together to end the violence that has plagued the state. He reiterated the government’s commitment to finding lasting solutions to the security challenges facing Plateau and called on the leaders to engage in dialogue and reconciliation initiatives.
The meeting concluded with a renewed sense of commitment from all parties involved, as they pledged to work collectively towards achieving peace and security in Plateau State.
This high-level engagement is seen as a significant step towards addressing the long-standing security issues in the state, as of stakeholders left the meeting hopeful for more collaboration and action to bring an end to the violence.
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