Plateau women demand end to genocide, say enough of bloodshed

…reject crisis reports as farmer-herder conflicts

…call on FG to review security framework in Plateau

Following the gruesome killing of about 27 residents in Binda, Ta-Hoss Village, Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State, the Berom Women Development Association (BWEDA) has declared the ongoing violence in the State as “genocide,” rejecting the persistent framing and reports of the crisis as a farmer-herder conflict.

In a press statement signed by Abigail Banga, BWEDA President and five others, which was made available to journalists on Wednesday in Jos, the women demanded immediate, decisive Government action to stop the relentless bloodshed.

They described the attack as “mindless and unprovoked,” lamenting the repeated killings and destruction of entire communities despite the presence of military personnel and armoured equipment.

They expressed deep frustration over what they see as consistent Government failure to provide security and justice.

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“Our hearts bleed with each butchered child and burned home. We are traumatised, we are grieving, and we are angry. This is not a conflict—it is a campaign of extermination”, the statement read.

The women criticised Government’s reliance on condolence visits and palliatives, calling instead for a firm, long-term security solution.

The Group called on the Federal Government to urgently review its security framework for Plateau State, noting that allegations of Military indifference and even collusion with attackers are widespread.

They also supported Governor Caleb Mutfwang’s concerns over lack of accountability by security operatives in the area, urging investigations and sanctions where necessary.

Commending Governor Mutfwang for his direct engagement and leadership, the women praised his resolve that “Riyom and Plateau will not fall,” while expressing gratitude to federal figures such as Nentawe Yilwatda, the All Progressives Party (APC), National Chairman, for standing with the affected communities.

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The statement also acknowledged Oluremi Tinubu’s recent outreach and called on her to lend her voice to the national conversation centred on ending the violence.

“We appeal to our mother of the nation to champion the cause of our dying children and devastated families,” the Group urged.

With a passionate plea, the women demanded immediate federal intervention, protection for communities, and justice for victims.

“We’ve had enough of empty words. We demand action now. This is not just Plateau’s problem—it is Nigeria’s shame”, the statement added.