By Deji Abdulwahab
The Federal Government has directed all security agencies to ensure that those responsible for the tragic attack in Angwan Rukuba, Jos North, Plateau are identified, apprehended, and brought to justice.
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, said this in Abuja on Tuesday at a news conference on the security situation in Plateau.
Idris said there would be no safe haven for criminal elements anywhere in Nigeria.
According to him, ongoing operations are already generating actionable intelligence.
“We are confident that those behind this attack will be held accountable.
“Let me reassure all Nigerians that the security situation in Plateau is under control and is being actively managed.
“The Federal Government remains fully committed to protecting lives and property across the country.
“We will continue to strengthen our intelligence capabilities, operational readiness, and inter-agency coordination to stay ahead of emerging threats,” he said.
The minister urged Nigerians to remain calm, law-abiding, and to cooperate fully with security agencies.
According to him, it is also important to avoid the spread of unverified information that could heighten tensions or undermine ongoing efforts to restore peace.
“Nigeria’s unity remains strong, and we must not allow criminal elements to divide our communities.
“The Federal Government will continue to act decisively, in collaboration with the Plateau State Government and all relevant stakeholders, to ensure lasting peace and security.
“Nigeria will not yield to fear. We will protect our people, and we will prevail,” Idris said.
He expressed the Federal Government’s deep concern over the tragic attack, and extended heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims, as well as the government and people of Plateau.
“On behalf of President Bola Tinubu and the Federal Government of Nigeria, I extend our heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims, the government and people of Plateau.
“Let me assure Nigerians that security agencies responded immediately to the incident. Troops under Operation Enduring Peace were rapidly mobilised to the scene following distress calls,” the minister said.
He said that the military and other security agencies cordoned off the affected area, secured key access routes, and launched targeted search-and-clearance operations to track down the perpetrators.
He said that these swift actions ensured that the situation was quickly contained and prevented further escalation.
According to him, this response is part of a broader and sustained Federal Government security architecture in Plateau State and the wider North-Central region.
“The Nigerian Armed Forces have continued to carry out clearance operations and intelligence-led missions across vulnerable communities following attacks recorded in recent months.
“Reinforced surveillance and troop deployments have also been implemented in high-risk areas, supported by joint military-police patrols and strengthened rapid response mechanisms.
“These coordinated efforts are designed to neutralise threats proactively and maintain stability,”he said.
He said the Federal Government remained resolute in its commitment to security, as demonstrated through ongoing targeted military offensives and strategic deployments aimed at dismantling criminal and insurgent networks across the country.
According to him, these efforts reflect a comprehensive and evolving approach to safeguarding lives and property.
The minister said that Tinubu had held a high-level meeting with the nation’s top security and intelligence chiefs to review the situation and take further decisive steps towards arriving at a lasting solution.
He said following the meeting, Gov. Caleb Mutfwang had been invited to further deliberate and chart a coordinated path towards lasting peace and security.
Idris said the outcome of the meeting between the President and Mutfwang would be made public in due course.
“These actions underscore the seriousness with which the Federal Government is treating this matter and its firm commitment to ensuring that all necessary actions are taken promptly and effectively.
“The Plateau State Government has also taken decisive and complementary measures in coordination with federal authorities.
“A 48-hour curfew was imposed in Jos North immediately after the incident to stabilise the security environment and support ongoing operations.
“The state government continues to work closely with security agencies to prevent reprisals, restore calm, and facilitate investigations,” he said. (NAN)
Edited by Ifeyinwa Okonkwo/Kadiri Abdulrahman
