As part of continued efforts to bolster peace and stability throughout the state, Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang called an extended meeting of the State Security Council, bringing together chairmen of the 17 local government areas and chiefs of security agencies.
The conference, which took place at Government House in Jos, examined the security situation during the previous week and looked at preventative measures to stop future breaches while coordinating continuing peacebuilding efforts.
Commissioner of Police Bassey S. Ewah briefed reporters following the meeting, stating that it gave security leaders a chance to evaluate current events and formulate a unified strategy for upholding law and order.
He claims that the current curfew for movement in Jos North Local Government Area has been modified by the state government to run from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., with security personnel being instructed to enforce it strictly.
“His Excellency called this meeting to review the past week and enable us to effectively plan for the days ahead,” said Ewah. We have been instructed to guarantee strict adherence to the curfew, which has been modified with limitations from 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.
He emphasized that security agencies are totally dedicated to maintaining peace and order and stated that limitations on commercial motorcycle operations and controlled tricycle movements were still in place.
The police chief issued a warning regarding enforcement, stating that those who disobey the curfew will be prosecuted.
“There will be legal action taken against anyone detained for breaking the curfew. “Laws are meant to be followed; if you disobey them, you will have to pay the price,” he said.
In response to social media reports of purported protests, Ewah denied the allegations, maintaining that everything in the state is still peaceful.
“The government is not siding with any religion,” he declared. The goal of every choice is to maintain peace. As far as I’m aware, there haven’t been any demonstrations or a breakdown in law and order.
He emphasized that inter-agency cooperation was still strong and urged locals to assist security forces.
“We work together as a team, and I promise citizens that we will keep working nonstop to maintain peace,” he continued.
Hamisu Anani, the chairman of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) in Plateau State, added that the gathering was essential for resolving persistent security issues, especially in the city of Jos.
According to Anani, local government councils were using customized strategies to deal with threats because of their particular situation.
“Each local government will develop strategies based on its peculiarities,” he said. In order to successfully combat insecurity throughout the state, we are closely collaborating with security chiefs, examining field reports, and bolstering cooperation.
Deputy Governor Ngo Josephine Piyo, General Gagji Shipi, Commander of Operation Rainbow and Special Advisor on Security, Gbong Gwom Jos, and His Majesty Da Jacob Gyang Buba, Chairman of the Plateau State Council of Chiefs and Emirs, all attended the meeting.
