In a strong display of solidarity, Christian leaders in Plateau State have organized a protest against the persistent killings that have plagued the region.
The protest, known as the “Plateau Peace Walk,” was led by prominent figures such as Rev. Polycarp Lubo, Chairman of the Plateau State chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), alongside other notable leaders like Rev. Stephen Baba Panya, President of the Evangelical Church Winning All (ECWA), and Rev. Amos Mohzo, President of the Church of Christ in Nations (COCIN). The march began at the PRTVC Roundabout in Jos and culminated at the Government House, where they presented their grievances to Governor Caleb Mutfwang.
The protesters, dressed in black, emphasized the need for decisive action to end the violence that has claimed numerous lives in the state.The recent wave of violence in Plateau State has been particularly devastating, with attacks in Bokkos and Mangu Local Government Areas on April 4, 2025, resulting in the loss of dozens of lives. Governor Mutfwang has described these attacks as “genocide,” highlighting the coordinated nature of the violence aimed at displacing communities and perpetuating poverty.
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has condemned these killings in the strongest terms, labeling them “senseless acts of violence” that threaten national unity and the sanctity of life. CAN has urged security agencies to act swiftly and decisively to bring perpetrators to justice and called on governments to intensify efforts to secure vulnerable communities.The Northern Christian Association of Nigeria also condemned the killings, describing them as “barbaric” and “utterly unacceptable.”
They extended condolences to the bereaved families and urged security agencies to apprehend the perpetrators, emphasizing that justice must be seen to be done. The ongoing violence in Plateau State is part of a broader pattern of attacks in Nigeria’s Middle Belt region, where Christian communities have faced persistent threats. As the situation continues to deteriorate, Christian leaders are pressing for a unified response to end the bloodshed and restore peace to the troubled areas.
