Former Plateau State Governor, Senator Joshua Dariye, has appealed to the international community to support efforts to end the persistent killings and insecurity in the state.
Dariye appealed on Wednesday, via social media, for international intervention in the state due to ongoing attacks. He stated that the persistent violence has surpassed the capacity of local security forces, necessitating external assistance.
He urged the international community to pay greater attention to the security challenges facing the state and support measures that would help protect residents and prevent further loss of lives.
“If the security architecture is clearly failing and communities are being attacked repeatedly, there should be no shame in asking for international help. Sovereignty should not become an excuse for allowing citizens to remain vulnerable.” The former governor said.
The former governor stressed the need for stronger action to address the violence and restore peace to affected communities.
He also called for a coordinated response involving the government, security agencies, community leaders and other relevant stakeholders.
Continuing, he wrote: “Nigeria can invite countries with stronger intelligence, surveillance, counter-terrorism and military capabilities to assist, while Nigerian authorities retain command and responsibility.
“The priority should be saving lives, protecting communities and restoring normal life as quickly as possible.
“A government should be willing to say: ‘Our current approach is not working; we need additional help.’ That is not weakness; it can be responsible leadership.”
Dariye’s appeal comes amid growing concerns over recurring attacks in Plateau and the fear of further violence in affected areas.
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