The Plateau State Muslim Indigenes (PSMI) have strongly criticized Governor Caleb Mutfwang for what they describe as selective condemnation and systemic marginalization of Muslim communities in the state’s response to ongoing security crises.
In a statement issued on Monday, the group’s Secretary General, Alhaji Kabiru Gwamlar, expressed deep concern over the government’s silence following deadly attacks in Wase and Kanam local government areas—incidents that reportedly claimed the lives of over 70 vigilante members and led to the destruction of more than a dozen villages.
Gwamlar noted that the governor’s failure to visit the affected Muslim communities or issue public condolences was not only disappointing but reinforces perceptions of religious bias.
“Why is it that Governor Mutfwang is always quick to condemn attacks when Christians are the victims, but slow to react, or only delivers belated and half-hearted statements when Muslims are affected?” he questioned.
He reminded the governor of his oath of office and responsibility to protect all citizens and residents of Plateau State, regardless of their ethnic or religious background.
The group also took issue with the longstanding perception of Plateau as a ‘Christian state,’ stressing that Nigeria is a secular country where no state should be seen as exclusive to any religion.
“Muslims, Christians, and traditional religious adherents all have equal rights to live and practice their faith in any part of Nigeria, including Plateau,” Gwamlar said.
The PSMI called for an end to what they view as religious favoritism and urged the governor to act with fairness, equity, and compassion toward all communities in the state.
