ACF condemns attack on Emir of Jema’a

The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has described the attack on the convoy of the Emir of Jema’a, Alhaji Muhammad Isa Muhammadu ll as callous and condemnable.

The forum in a statement by its National Publicity Secretary, Muhammad Ibrahim, recalled that the convoy of the State Governor, Mallam Nasir El-Rufa’i was similarly attacked on the eve of Christmas last year by some demonstrators in Jema’a Local Government Area.

“ACF is particularly dismayed with the frequent acts of violence and destruction to lives and property not only in Southern Kaduna but in most Northern states over issues that could amicably be resolved through dialogue and peaceful mediation. Acts of hooliganism and lawlessness by few disgruntled elements have not only disrupted our economic development but also threatened the mutual trust and harmony that have been with us,” the group said.

The ACF urged communities in Southern Kaduna to always channel their grievances through available constitutional means, rather than resort to undue violence. It also appealed to community and religious leaders to always preach peace and guard their utterances on issues likely to jeopardize the peaceful coexistence among communities that have lived together in harmony for centuries.

“ACF commends the efforts of the Kaduna State Government and the Security agencies for their prompt intervention in Southern Kaduna crisis, thereby restoring peace,” the statement said.