NBA Condemns Palm Sunday Killings in Plateau, Urges Swift Justice for Victims

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has strongly condemned the recent killings of residents in Jos, Plateau State, describing the Palm Sunday attack as “disturbing and unacceptable.”

The association’s statement, posted on its official social media page, followed reports that gunmen targeted communities in the area, leaving several people dead and others injured.

The NBA noted that the attack, which occurred on a day reserved for worship and reflection by Christians, underscores the growing insecurity faced by citizens across the country.

“This tragedy, which occurred on Palm Sunday, a sacred day for Christians, is deeply heartbreaking. A day meant for prayer and hope was turned into one of fear and mourning,” the statement read.

The association warned that the recurring nature of such attacks raises serious concerns, particularly as perpetrators often evade justice.

“When perpetrators of violence continue to escape accountability, it sends a dangerous message that human life is expendable and weakens public confidence in the system,” it added.

The NBA called on security agencies to promptly identify, arrest, and prosecute those responsible, urging both the Federal and Plateau State Governments to strengthen security in affected communities and other vulnerable areas.

“We call on security agencies to swiftly identify, apprehend, and prosecute those responsible. The victims deserve justice, and affected families must not be left without support,” the statement stressed.

The association also extended condolences to the families of the victims and the people of Plateau State, expressing solidarity with those affected by the attack.

It further highlighted the constitutional implications of ongoing violence, particularly regarding the protection of the right to life, warning that failure to safeguard citizens could erode trust in governance and the rule of law.