Federal Government has invited Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, for further consultations to strengthen collaboration and ensure a coordinated response towards lasting peace.
Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, made this known on Tuesday, during a media briefing in Abuja, while addressing the security situation in Plateau State following the recent attack in Angwan Rukuba, Jos North LGA.
Idris said President Tinubu has already met with top security and intelligence chiefs to review the situation and take further decisive steps.
While calling on Nigerians not to allow criminal elements to divide communities as Nigeria’s unity remains strong, the Minister said the Federal Government emains resolute to protect lives and property across the country,.
He declared that Nigeria will not bow to criminal elements or acts of violence as authorities move to restore lasting peace in the Plateau.
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The Minister expressed deep concern over the incident and extended condolences to the families of the victims, as well as to the government and people of Plateau State.
He assured Nigerians that security agencies responded swiftly to the attack. According to him, troops under Operation Enduring Peace were immediately deployed, while the military and other security agencies secured the area and launched operations to track down those responsible.
Idris explained that the Federal Government has sustained military and intelligence-led operations in vulnerable communities, supported by increased surveillance, troop deployments, and joint patrols involving the military and the police.
He added that these measures are aimed at preventing further attacks and maintaining stability.
The Minister reassured Nigerians that the situation in Plateau State is under control.
(Editor: Terverr Tyav)
