The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Plateau State Council, has bemoaned the recurrence of attack and carnage of innocent souls in communities of Mangu Local Government Area of the state.

Recall, the recent ugly trend of killings and destruction valuables in Mangu by enemies of the state prompted Plateau Government to imposed a 24 hours dust-to-door curfew in the area.

A statement signed and issued to newsmen Friday in Jos, the state capital by the chairman and Secretary of NUJ Plateau State Council, Ayuku Pwaspo and Mary Domtur described the scenario as unfortunate and inhuman.

According to the statement, The Nigeria Union of Journalists Plateau State Council, has expressed deep concerns and sadness over the recurrence of unwarranted attacks and killings of innocent citizens in Mangu Local Government Area.
 
The Council commiserates with the people of Mangu, the government, and the people of Plateau State over these unfortunate incidents, which led to the loss of lives and destruction of property.
 
"The union is concerned that despite its reportage and programmes promoting interreligious dialogue and peaceful coexistence, the state is portrayed as a conflict zone, which puts it in a disadvantaged position globally.
 
"The Council therefore urges the Federal and state governments to scale up efforts towards restoring peace in the affected areas through programmes and policies that provide good and inclusive governance for the growth and development of society.
 
It also calls on all security agencies to be professional and stick to the rules of engagement in the discharge of their duties of safeguarding the lives and property of citizens.  
 
The Union advocates the need to strengthen the community policing architecture through Operation Rainbow to accelerate early warning and early response structures across communities in the state for prompt intervention to end the cycle of violence.
 
It urges traditional, community, and religious leaders to be sincere during peace dialogue forums to ensure resolutions reached are respected by parties in conflict aimed at bringing an end to the carnage.