Geneva, United Nations Human Rights Chief Volker Türk has expressed deep alarm over the recent attacks in Plateau State, north-central Nigeria, which resulted in the death of at least 150 people and left many injured. The incident occurred on Christmas Eve, targeting multiple rural communities. Türk has urgently called for a thorough and independent investigation into these attacks in accordance with international human rights law.

According to Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights, Türk emphasized the need for the Nigerian authorities to hold those responsible accountable through fair trials. He highlighted the critical issue of the cycle of impunity that continues to fuel recurrent violence in the region. The Human Rights Chief stressed the importance of the Nigerian government taking meaningful steps to address the underlying root causes of such violence and to ensure that such devastating incidents do not recur.

This statement from the UN Human Rights Chief underscores the international concern over the security situation in Nigeria and the need for effective measures to protect human rights and prevent further violence.