President Bola Tinubu has declared that Plateau killings won’t happen again, vowing decisive action to restore peace and ensure accountability following recent deadly attacks in Plateau State.
The assurance came as security agencies intensified operations in affected communities.
The renewed commitment that Plateau killings won’t happen again follows a series of violent attacks in parts of Plateau State, which have led to loss of lives and heightened fear among residents.
Eyewitness accounts described scenes of panic as gunmen opened fire, forcing residents and students to flee for safety. One resident said, “The sounds of gunshots created panic. Students and residents ran in different directions for safety.”
The attacks also disrupted daily activities in affected communities, with many residents staying indoors amid fears of further violence.
In a related incident, a 27-year-old man, Amos Monday, was reportedly killed in Riyom Local Government Area after gunmen ambushed a group of youths.
Community leaders across Jos South, Barkin Ladi, and Riyom urged residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious movements to security agencies as tensions remained high.
President Tinubu, while addressing stakeholders, reiterated that Plateau killings won’t happen again under his administration and directed security agencies to track down those responsible.
“We will not allow such barbarity to go unpunished,” he said, stressing that perpetrators would be apprehended and brought to justice.
He added that government efforts would focus on both immediate response and long-term prevention, stating, “The best solution is for justice to be done.”
In response to the deteriorating security situation, the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, led a high-level delegation to Plateau State for an on-the-spot assessment.
Following the visit, the Nigerian Army announced the deployment of over 850 additional troops to reinforce operations under Operation Enduring Peace.
The troops were drawn from formations in Abuja and Kaduna to stabilise affected communities and prevent further attacks.
Similarly, the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, visited Plateau State and ordered the deployment of additional tactical units to strengthen ongoing security operations.
He also assured residents that coordinated efforts were underway to restore normalcy.
The declaration that Plateau killings won’t happen again reflects increased federal attention on persistent security challenges in Plateau State and the broader Middle Belt region.
The deployment of additional troops and police personnel signals a shift toward more aggressive containment strategies aimed at preventing recurrence and rebuilding public confidence in security institutions.
Stakeholders, including religious and community organisations, have called for sustained and decisive measures beyond routine condemnations, emphasising the need for intelligence-driven operations and coordinated responses.
The situation also highlights the ongoing challenge of addressing rural insecurity, where attacks often occur in remote communities with limited immediate security presence.
