A former President of the Nigerian Senate, Senator David Mark, has again called for peaceful coexistence between and among various religious and ethnic groups in the country, insisting that only a harmonious relationship can engender development.
Senator Mark, who shelved his 75th birthday celebration on account of the state of the nation’s, especially deteriorating security situation, decried the recent killings in Otukpo and Apa local government areas and other parts of Benue State.
Senator Mark, therefore, urged relevant authorities to rise to their responsibilities.
He described the killings of defenceless citizens as senseless, pointing out that many people had been rendered homeless and helpless.
Senator Mark bemoaned the situation that has put paid to this year’s Easter celebration for the people.
He, therefore, pleaded with security operatives and relevant agencies of government to immediately wade into the matter and stop the killings.
A statement by his Special Adviser (Media), Paul Mumeh, quoted him to have reminded perpetrators of the heinous crime to sheathe their swords and embrace peace.
He pointed out that the season of Easter called for peace, reconciliation, forgiveness, and good neighbourliness.
Senator Mark enjoined any aggrieved persons or groups to seek redress through legitimate means; police, courts, traditional institutions, and even through the legislative houses instead of resorting to self-help or taking the laws into their hands.
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