Senate Calls for Urgent Investigation into Plateau Attack
On Tuesday, the Senate instructed Inspector General of Police, Tunji Disu, to launch an immediate investigation into the recent attack in Jos, Plateau State. This directive aims to ensure that those responsible for the violence are swiftly brought to justice.
The resolution was prompted by a motion introduced by Senator Dickett Plan (APC, Plateau) during the plenary session. Senators Simon Lalong and Pam Dachunyang, also representing Plateau State, lent their support to the motion highlighting the escalating violence in the region.
The motion, titled “Urgent Need to Strengthen Security Operations in Kanam and Jos North Local Government Areas of Plateau State,” specifically condemned the heinous attack in March 2026 on the Angwan Rukba community in Jos North, where gunmen reportedly killed multiple residents.
To address the situation, the Senate has decided to dispatch a high-powered delegation, led by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, to visit the affected communities. This delegation will offer condolences to the victims and assess the circumstances on the ground.
Additionally, Senator Akain urged the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs to mobilize resources from various ministries to provide relief supplies for those impacted by the attack. A minute of silence was also observed in honor of the victims.
During the discussions, Senator Pran expressed deep concern over the recent deterioration of peace in Plateau State, historically recognized as a hub of tourism and tranquility. He lamented that the region is increasingly losing its favorable reputation due to persistent violence and predatory attacks.
Despite past government interventions that had managed to restore some level of peace, the recent surge in violence has reversed these gains. Pran pointed to the earlier attacks in Kanam Local Government Area and the recent assault in Jos North, describing these events as tragic reminders of the ongoing turmoil.
The senator characterized the March 29 attack in Angwan Rukuba as a highly organized and premeditated operation targeting unsuspecting residents engaged in their daily activities. He stated that many victims were returning from evening prayers when the attack occurred, resulting in numerous casualties.
Pran elaborated on the complexities intertwined with the ongoing crisis in Plateau, attributing it to deep-rooted ethnic and religious tensions that have created a landscape of fear and violence. He voiced concerns about the broader implications of these crises, warning that the state’s atmosphere of peace and harmony is in jeopardy due to the relentless cycle of violence.
The Senate adopted the motion through a voice vote presided over by Senate Vice-President Jibrin Barau, marking a significant step towards addressing these pressing security concerns in Plateau State.
