Prince Thomas Abi Jr|27 February 2016|5:11pm
I condemn in strong terms the ongoing Agatu Massacre by Fulani herdsmen.
It can be recalled that in recent times that over 200 people of Agatu origin have being massacred.
The Agatu people are one of the 9 local governments that make up the Idoma nation. The Agatu people are predominantly farmers and are bordered by neighboring Cross River, Kogi and Nassarawa States.
As a friend and brother of the Idoma nation, I find it very disturbing that the people of Agatu have suffered greatly in the hands of the Fulani herdsmen.
The people of Agatu have constantly being slaughtered and maimed without anyone coming to their aid.
I find the killings barbaric, lampoonable, abominable and sacrilegious that a people in their own ancestral home are being killed and butchered by their fellow country men.
The Agatu massacre is a case for national discourse, it is a situation that needs urgent attention. The people of Agatu must not be allowed to be wiped away by the Fulani herdsmen.
The people of Agatu must not be allowed to go into extinction. They deserve the right to life and right to freedom of association and cultivation of their farmlands.
The Federal government of Nigeria must speedily assist the government and people of Benue in bringing the situation to a stand still.
The Federal government must understand that if nothing is done, the killings will extend to neighboring States of Cross River and Kogi and move further to other parts of the country resulting to an uncontrollable situation that would put the nation under total unrest.
In arresting the Agatu massacre, I call on the National Assembly, to enact policies that are geared towards protecting farmlands in the nation. I also call on the Inspector General of Police, the military, and other relevant agencies of government to come together towards making sure that the Agatu killings is controlled and put to an end.
We must not pretend all is well when our people are dying everyday.
Say No To Agatu Massacre!
Prince Thomas Abi Jr.
Is a Public Affairs Analyst/Social Commentor
