Former president of the senate, Senator David Mark, has urged those aggrieved over the recent general elections not to resort to self-help but seek redress through legitimate means instead of taking laws into their hands.
He also reiterated his call for peaceful coexistence between and among various religious and ethnic groups in the country noting that only a harmonious relationship can engender development.
Senator Mark who shelved his 75th birthday celebration on account of the state of the nation’s, especially the deteriorating security situation decried the recent killings in Otukpo and Apa local government areas and other parts of Benue State.
Mark urged relevant authorities to rise to their responsibilities, describing the killing of defenseless citizens as senseless.
Mark in a statement signed by his
special adviser, Paul Mumeh, bemoaned the situation that has put paid to this year’s Easter celebration for the people.
He pleaded with security operatives and relevant agencies of government to immediately wade into the matter and stop the killings.
He reminded perpetrators of the heinous crime to sheathe their swords and embrace peace pointing out that the season of Easter calls for peace, reconciliation, forgiveness, and good neighbourliness.
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