Jos attack: Show results or step aside, Natasha tells Gen. Musa

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Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan

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By John Alechenu

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Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (PDP, Kogi Central) has issued a strongly worded call on the Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, demanding immediate and decisive action following the recent killing of Christian worshippers in Angwan Rukuba, Jos.

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The March 27 attack has triggered widespread outrage, with over 30 lives reportedly lost. The assault on the Christian community during a holy period has raised concerns about insecurity in the country.

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In a message to the Defence Minister via her official social media handles, the lawmaker expressed disappointment over what she described as a widening gap between assurances given during his Senate screening and the current security realities.

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Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan condemned the killings in strong terms, describing the incident as “another brutal reminder that Nigerians remain unprotected.”

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She said, “Dear General Christopher Musa, Angwan Rukuba is another brutal reminder that Nigerians remain unprotected. During your screening at the Senate chambers, your words were filled with promises, and I allowed myself a sigh of relief at last, I thought.”

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The lawmaker further said, “Well, prove now you are different and secure lives, or step aside. Enough of condolences. Enough of excuses. Nigerians want action, protection, and results!”

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The senator’s remarks add to the growing chorus of voices calling for a comprehensive overhaul of Nigeria’s security architecture, as citizens continue to grapple with recurring attacks, particularly in vulnerable communities.

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Without swift and coordinated action, such incidents may further erode public confidence in the government’s ability to safeguard lives and property.

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Meanwhile, residents of Angwan Rukuba and surrounding areas remain in mourning, calling on authorities not only to bring the perpetrators to justice but also to prevent future occurrences.

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