The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) have expressed worries over the persistent spate of bombings in North East, particularly in Maiduguri and as it affects the Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs).
Recall that the bomb blasts were caused by suicide bombers which killed eight (8) persons and injured many as confirmed by the Borno State Police Command.
According to the statement, the atrocities by the insurgents on innocent persons is most barbaric, callous and condemnable.
“ACF is very much worried and concerned with the recent spate of bomb explosions in Maiduguri and other parts of the state especially as it affects Internally Displaced Persons (IDPS)camps.
ACF which affirms its belief in the capability of the Military and other security agencies in the resolve to bring to an end this intractable insurgency in the Northeast region, however urged them to be more focused, steadfast and decisive in their determination to tackle this menace.
“We equally call on the communities to support and cooperate with the security agencies by providing prompt intelligence in order to avert such ugly incidences.
“ACF extends its sympathy to the Government and people of Borno State over this recent unfortunate bomb explosions. We also commend the Borno State Government and other humanitarian organizations for prompt response to the affected persons.
“ACF also commends President Muhammadu Buhari for his condemnation of the inhuman and unnecessary shedding of human blood and destruction of property in a reckless manner. We therefore applaud the decisive action taken by Mr. President in directing the security agencies to investigate the recent attack on the people of Zaki Biam in Benue state by unknown gunmen and bring the perpetrators of this wicked and dastardly act to justice”.
ACF commiserated with the Government and people of Benue state over the ugly incidence,and appealed to communities that have coexisted peacefully over the years to be vigilant and report any suspected persons in their midst to the security agencies.
The forum also appealed for calm and understanding among the various communities, and should also support and cooperate with the security agencies in their investigation.