The Chairman of the Plateau Youth Council (PYC), Riyom Local Government Area chapter, Comr. Zang Kefas, has paid a condolence visit to the family of three young men killed in Tarai community of Jol District, describing the incident as a painful loss to the community.

The victims, identified as Dachung Danjuma, Nyam Danjuma and Victor Danjuma, were members of the same family who lost their lives in the attack.

Leading members of the youth council to the bereaved family, Kefas said the visit was to sympathise with the family and reassure the community that the council stands with them during the difficult moment.

“We are here to commiserate with the family because humanity is our watchword. The three individuals that were killed are our members, promising young people, and we share in the pain of their loss.”

He described the deceased as vibrant youths whose lives were cut short, saying their deaths were a great loss not only to their family but also to the entire Riyom youth community.

The PYC chairman urged young people in the area to remain calm and avoid actions capable of worsening the security situation.

“We urge the youth to remain calm and be vigilant, while giving government and security agencies the opportunity to carry out their constitutional responsibility of protecting lives and property.”

Kefas said the youth council considered it necessary to visit the community immediately to encourage the bereaved family and help promote peace and order.

He also encouraged the youths to remain steadfast in faith, support one another, and continue working for the peace and safety of their communities.

“We encourage the youth to be strong-hearted, prayerful, and committed to God as we all continue to pursue peace and security in our communities.”

The PYC chairman prayed for the repose of the souls of the deceased and asked God to grant their family the strength to bear the irreparable loss, while reaffirming the council’s commitment to supporting communities affected by violence across Riyom Local Government Area.