Nigeria government pledges strong measures after the Jos North attack

Politics

ABUJA, NIGERIA, 31 March 2026 (NPA) — The Federal Government has expressed deep concern over the tragic attack in Angwan Rukuba, Jos North, extending condolences to the victims’ families and the people of Plateau State.

Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, speaking at a press conference in Abuja on Tuesday, assured Nigerians that security agencies responded swiftly. Troops under Operation Enduring Peace were mobilised immediately, cordoning off the area, securing access routes, and launching clearance operations to track down perpetrators. These actions, he said, prevented further escalation and demonstrated the government’s readiness to act decisively.

Idris explained that the response forms part of a broader security framework in Plateau and the wider North-Central region. Reinforced surveillance, troop deployments, joint patrols, and rapid response mechanisms have been introduced to neutralise threats proactively. At the national level, the government remains committed to dismantling criminal networks through targeted military offensives and strategic deployments.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu convened a high-level meeting with security and intelligence chiefs to review the situation and chart a lasting solution. He also invited Plateau Governor Caleb Mutfwang for further deliberations, with outcomes to be made public. Idris emphasised that these steps highlight the seriousness with which the Federal Government is treating the matter.

The Plateau State Government has imposed a 48-hour curfew in Jos North to stabilise the environment and support operations. State authorities continue to work closely with federal agencies to prevent reprisals, restore calm, and facilitate investigations.

While acknowledging the gravity of the incident, Idris stressed that it reflects localised tensions rather than a collapse of national security. He noted that Plateau has long faced communal challenges, but assured Nigerians that both federal and state governments are committed to restoring peace and protecting lives.