communal conflicts across the country, with a mandate to proffering
lasting solutions to age-long disagreements that have claimed lives and
property, according to a statement signed by Garba Shehu.
“With particular focus on the Tiv/Jukun relationship in Benue and Taraba
States, the President is disturbed by communal clashes that have
destroyed many lives and property, altered the destinies of families,
and raised the profile of insecurity in the country by promoting
generational tensions.
“The committee, which will work with the Office of the Secretary to the
Government of the Federation, will include traditional rulers, religious
bodies, (specifically the Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN and the
Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs), age groups, market/farmer/hunters
associations, local and state government officials, and relevant
security agencies.
“President Buhari believes Nigeria’s cultural diversity remains her
greatest strength when properly harnessed and harmonized with a
collective vision for unity, peace and shared prosperity, urging more
patience as the government identifies and works towards creating more
understanding.”