President Bola Tinubu has granted approval for the immediate activation of humanitarian aid and support in response to the Christmas Eve killings in Plateau.

Dr. Betta Edu, the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, announced yesterday, expressing the ministry's commitment to collaborating with the Plateau State government to provide relief to the survivors and affected communities.

Describing the incident as senseless, horrendous, and inhuman, the minister had previously pledged her ministry's readiness to work with the state government to extend humanitarian assistance to those affected by the attacks. In response to the tragic events in Plateau communities, where over 100 people lost their lives, and many more were injured or displaced, Dr Edu conveyed her condolences to the government and people of Plateau state, especially the families of the victims.

Expressing shock and sadness, she stated, "It was with utter shock and sadness that I received the news of the barbaric, horrendous, and senseless attacks in Plateau communities." Dr Edu further acknowledged the significant challenges facing the survivors and affected communities, emphasizing the ministry's commitment to addressing the humanitarian crises across Nigeria.

"As a ministry directly responsible for responding to the humanitarian challenges faced by Nigerian citizens, the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation has been directed by President Tinubu to collaborate with the Plateau State government. Our goal is to bring humanitarian relief to the survivors of these unfortunate attacks and the affected communities," she declared.

Dr Edu concluded by affirming the ministry's unwavering dedication to ensuring that every Nigerian facing humanitarian crises, regardless of location, is supported in line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda.