IGP Sends Senior Police Officer to Plateau

Author: Gist Correspondent

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu, has ordered the deployment of additional security personnel and assets to Plateau State following recent attacks in Bokkos Local Government Area.

As part of efforts to assess the security situation and strengthen ongoing operations, the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone 4 Headquarters, Makurdi, AIG Dankombo Morris, was dispatched to the state on an operational assessment visit.

During the visit to Kawel Community in Mushere District, Bokkos LGA, AIG Morris met with community leaders, traditional rulers and other stakeholders to evaluate the security challenges in the area and discuss measures aimed at restoring peace and stability.

The senior police officer conveyed the condolences of the Inspector-General of Police and the Force Management Team to families affected by the attacks, assuring residents that security agencies were committed to apprehending those responsible and preventing further violence.

He stated that all lawful measures were being deployed to track down the perpetrators and ensure justice for victims.

AIG Morris also disclosed that, on the directive of the Inspector-General, additional security assets had been deployed to Bokkos and other affected communities to reinforce ongoing operations, improve security presence and support efforts to restore normalcy.

He urged residents to remain peaceful, cooperate with security agencies and avoid reprisals that could worsen the situation or undermine peacebuilding efforts.

As part of the visit, the AIG paid courtesy calls on the Governor of Plateau State, Caleb Mutfwang, and the Gbong Gwom Jos, Da Jacob Gyang Buba, where he reiterated the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to working closely with the state government and other stakeholders to tackle security challenges across Plateau.

The police reaffirmed their resolve to collaborate with sister security agencies and community stakeholders to safeguard lives and property and promote lasting peace in the state.