The House of Representatives Ad-hoc Committee investigating the recurring crisis in Plateau State says it is ready to submit its final report to President Bola Tinubu as part of efforts to end decades of violence that have claimed thousands of lives and destroyed property across the state.
Chairman of the Committee, Wale Ahmed, disclosed this in Abuja during a visit to the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, on Thursday.
Ahmed described the move as part of the committee’s extensive consultations with stakeholders.
Ahmed said Tinubu has shown deep commitment to restoring peace not only in Plateau State but across Nigeria, adding that the committee would present its findings and recommendations to both the House and the President.
There will be a forum where all major stakeholders, individuals, community leaders and organisations will present their perspectives.
“At the end of our consultations, a comprehensive report will be submitted to the House and to Mr President, who, as Commander-in-Chief, has shown great interest in achieving lasting peace in Plateau State and the entire country,” he said.
According to Ahmed, the committee’s interactions have been revealing, exposing both the underlying causes of the crisis and pathways to peace.
Every stakeholder we have met has presented unique perspectives. We have written to over 300 individuals and organisations and received numerous memoranda.
“Even the immediate past Commander of Operation Safe Haven, General Rogers, appeared before us to share his experience,” he added.
He noted that the committee would analyse all submissions to identify common themes and actionable recommendations that reflect the aspirations of Plateau citizens.
In his remarks, Yilwatda commended the House for its intervention, describing the crisis as one that has crippled the state’s economy and eroded public confidence.
“We have lost countless lives and seen businesses shut down because of insecurity.
“Many now see Plateau as unsafe, and this perception has affected tourism, investment, and development. I commend the National Assembly for showing concern and for working to uncover the root causes of this crisis,” he said.
The committee has so far met with former Governor Joshua Dariye, civil society organisations, traditional rulers, opinion leaders and security agencies, among others.
