Atiku Abubakar Condemns ‘Barbaric’ Palm Sunday Attack In Plateau State, Warning Of A Near-Total Collapse Of National Security

Atiku Abubakar condemns the "barbaric" attack on Jos North, describing the insecurity in Nigeria as a near-total collapse of governance and security.

By: AXL Media

Published: Mar 30, 2026, 10:16 AM EDT

Source: The information in this article was sourced from Politics Nigeria

Outrage Over The Gari Ya Waye Community Massacre

The security situation in Plateau State has taken a dire turn following a violent assault on the Gari Ya Waye community in Angwan Rukuba, Jos North Local Government Area. Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, now a prominent figure in the African Democratic Congress (ADC), reacted with profound outrage to the incident, which took place on Sunday night, March 29, 2026. Reports indicate that the "barbaric" attack claimed the lives of several residents and left many others with varying degrees of injury. Atiku’s condemnation highlights a growing sense of vulnerability in the region, particularly during religious observances such as Palm Sunday.

A Damning Indictment Of Governance And Security

In a statement released via his official X handle on Monday, Atiku characterized the killings as a "damning indictment" of the current administration’s inability to protect its citizens. He argued that the nation is witnessing more than just a temporary security lapse; rather, it is a structural failure where human lives are treated as expendable. The former Vice President pointed out that despite repeated "marching orders" from high-level officials, the daily reality for ordinary Nigerians remains one of fear and insecurity. His remarks suggest that the current strategies employed by security agencies are proving insufficient against the persistence of communal violence.

The Call For Decisive Political Will

Atiku emphasized that the time for symbolic outrage has passed, calling instead for "urgent, decisive political will" to confront the menace of banditry and communal slaughter. He warned that the continued loss of innocent lives cannot be allowed to become the "new normal" for Nigeria. The ADC chieftain’s call to action is directed at the federal government, urging a shift from pronouncements to tangible field operations that can "crush" the perpetrators of such violence. This stance reflects a broader opposition narrative that links the worsening security crisis directly to a perceived collapse of effective governance.