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Protesting Jengre women
By Akanji Olowolodu, Bauchi
Amo nation in Jengre, Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State has been thrown into mourning following the demise of Mr. Audu Bako, its youths leader and a pillar.
The sad and unfortunate incident occurred on the 8th May, 2023 shortly after he was released from detention for reasons the community said it was still investigating.
The news was contained in a press statement signed and issued by Micah Micah Junior, National Secretary for Dr. Gugu Musa, National President made available to Journalists in Bauchi on Wednesday.
The leadership of AMONYA sympathised with the family, friends and Amo nation over the great loss at a time when his contributions were needed the most.
According to the statement, from the very moment the sad news was announced, the leadership of Amo youths (AMONYA) and that of the mother body (AMONDA) swung into action by setting up modalities for investigations into the cause of his arrest and detention.
“The leadership of Amo Nation have since written a petition to the STF Commander, Jos, Plateau State demanding the immediate disclosure and investigation of officers who brutalised and manhandled late. Mr. Audu Bako, Jengre Youths Leader,” the statement contained.
It further contained that, “We call for calm and restraint in comments and speeches as the leadership of Amo at all levels have been on top of the situation seeking for justice.”
According to the statement, “If you have further information and advice, do not hesitate to contact the leadership of AMONYA or AMONDA with your suggestions and advice. Justice must be served to every citizen of this great Nation and Amo people are not an exception.”
Meanwhile, women from the community embarked on a peaceful demonstration over the death of the youths leader, demanding for justice.
The women who went round Jengre town expressed displeasure over what they described as unwanton killing aimed at silencing the voice of the voiceless in the area.
