{
  "id": 7499039,
  "title": "‘Enough of condolence messages; do something or step aside’ — Plateau residents blast Mutfwang over killings",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/15/enough-of-condolence-messages-do-something-or-step-aside-plateau",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-15T07:25:07.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/15/enough-of-condolence-messages-do-something-or-step-aside-plateau-residents-blast-mutfwang-over-killings/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Residents of Plateau State have expressed frustration towards Governor Caleb Mutfwang over the recent spate of violent attacks and killings in the region. The governor was recently quoted condemning the killings and reaffirming his administration's commitment to peace and security. However, many residents feel that the governor's words are empty as the state continues to witness a high number of casualties in attacks by suspected Fulani extremists and local militia gangs.\n\nFollowing a lethal weekend between September 11 and 13, when about 21 people were reportedly killed in Mangu, Barkin Ladi, Riyom, and Jos South Local Government Areas, Mutfwang's administration was criticized for its lack of proactive measures to address the escalating violence. Residents argue that the governor should be concentrating on implementing tangible solutions instead of offering scripted condolences every time innocent lives are lost.\n\nSeveral callers to a radio program expressed their disappointment with the governor's handling of security issues in the state. Nanle Bamshak, a social activist, accused Mutfwang of neglecting his duties to focus on his re-election campaign for 2027. Peter Alamba and Polycarp Bitrus echoed similar sentiments, stating that the people of Plateau have grown tired of the governor's rhetorical statements and empty promises. They emphasized the need for concrete actions to curb the cycle of violence and killings, rather than relying on scripted statements and assurances.",
  "summary": "A cross-section of residents in Plateau State have told Governor Caleb Mutfwang to take proactive measures against the violent attacks and killings currently ravaging the state instead of reeling out what they described as scripted condolence messages every time innocent people are killed by terrorists. Following a bloody weekend between Friday, September 11, and Sunday, […] ‘Enough of condolence…",
  "key_points": [
    "Plateau residents angry at Governor Mutfwang over killings.",
    "21 people killed in weekend attacks September 11-13.",
    "Governor urged to act, not just offer condolences."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}