By SN24.com 
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Senator Diket Plang has called for renewed faith in God and collective responsibility in addressing insecurity in Plateau State, as he expressed deep concern over recent killings across the state.
Speaking during a media chat at his Rayfield residence, the lawmaker linked the Easter season with a message of sacrifice, hope, and spiritual renewal, noting that the coincidence of Ramadan and Easter fasting reflects a period of intense prayers.
Plang urged Nigerians to remain steadful in faith despite prevailing challenges, saying, “Our faith in God should increase at challenging periods.” He prayed for forgiveness, grace, and a more hopeful future for Plateau and Nigeria at large.
The senator described the recent loss of military personnel and civilians, including a young army captain in Kanam, as “pathetic and painful”, commending the armed forces for their sacrifices. He also condemned the attack in Angwan Rukuba, describing it as “strange, unfortunate, and deeply troubling”.
Plang warned that rising insecurity, particularly in rural communities, has instilled fear among citizens, affecting livelihoods and economic activities. “When people live in fear, they cannot farm, sleep, or function productively,” he said, stressing the need for swift justice to deter criminality.
He praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for visiting Plateau in response to the crisis, describing the move as unprecedented and empathetic. He also commended the state governor for his swift on-the-ground response, noting that such actions provide comfort to grieving families.
The senator highlighted planned security improvements, including the installation of surveillance cameras and solar-powered streetlights in vulnerable communities, expressing optimism that these measures would help curb crime and restore public confidence.
Plang reaffirmed his commitment to his constituents, pledging continued representation and development efforts, pointing to proposed projects in the 2026 budget aimed at boosting the local economy through empowerment initiatives. He assured his constituents of better things to come, citing big plans for agricultural and empowerment programmes, and efforts to put smiles on the faces of farmers.