Governor Simon Lalong of Plateau State has said that despite the successes made in ensuring peace and stemming the tide of ethno religious violence, the state is still in dire need of healing.
The governor said the state has ”a golden opportunity to open a new leaf by consolidating on the gains of its efforts within the last six years”. “This day reminds us to imbibe and promote the culture of forgiveness as enunciated in the Holy Books. “Let me reiterate that the idea behind the Forgiveness Day is for us to reflect on where we have been; the human tragedy that befell us; the need to appreciate our present situation; and our resolve to craft the kind of a peaceful and secure society we desire.
“The stakes are quite high and the need to work in concert through the forging of robust alliances has never been this urgent.