Killings: IG deploys tactical teams to Plateau to restore peace
IGP, Olatunji Disu. Photo: File
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The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olutunji Disu, has deployed the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone 4 Headquarters, Makurdi, AIG Dankombo Morris, to Plateau State following the recent deadly attack on Kawel community in Mushere District of Bokkos Local Government Area.
The attack reportedly claimed no fewer than 20 lives.
The deployment, according to the police, is part of immediate measures to assess the security situation on the ground and implement strategies aimed at restoring calm and preventing further attacks in the area.
The IGP also approved the deployment of additional personnel and operational assets, including Police Mobile Force units and tactical teams, to strengthen security presence in the affected communities.
During a visit to Bokkos on Tuesday, AIG Morris, accompanied by members of the Plateau State Police Command management team, held strategic engagements with local government officials, traditional rulers and other stakeholders to coordinate the security response.
A statement issued on Tuesday by the spokesperson for the Plateau State Police Command, DSP Alabo Alfred, confirmed the deployment and outlined details of the visit.
The statement partly read, “Following the unfortunate incident in Kawel Community in Mushere District, Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State, the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olutunji Rilwan Disu, has deployed the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone 4 Headquarters, Makurdi, AIG Dankombo F. Morris, to Plateau State for an on-the-spot assessment of the situation and to put in place necessary measures aimed at restoring peace and preventing any further occurrence.
“The AIG, accompanied by members of the Plateau State Police Command’s management team, today visited Bokkos Local Government Area, where he held engagements with the leadership of the local government, the traditional ruler of the area, and other critical stakeholders.”
During the meeting, the Executive Chairman of Bokkos LGA, Hon. Amalau Samuel Amalau, welcomed the delegation and commended the Inspector-General of Police for his swift response to the incident.
He described the attack as a tragic and unprovoked act of criminality, noting that the victims had already been buried.
He, however, appealed for the deployment of additional security personnel to the area to support ongoing efforts by the police and other security agencies in protecting lives and property.
Also speaking, the President of Women in Politics Initiative, Plateau State Chapter, Mrs Hajara Yunana, expressed concern over the impact of the attack on women and families in the community.
She commended the police response and urged that assurances be translated into concrete action, while calling for the deployment of modern policing technology to strengthen security in vulnerable communities.
She also urged residents to remain calm and continue to cooperate with security agencies.
Morris, in his remarks, conveyed the condolences of the Inspector-General of Police to the government and people of Plateau State, particularly the residents of Kawel community.
He condemned the attack as cruel and inhumane, assuring that the police would not relent until the perpetrators were apprehended and brought to justice.
He confirmed that additional personnel, including Police Mobile Force and tactical units, had been deployed to strengthen security, restore confidence and prevent further attacks.
The AIG urged community leaders, youth groups and residents to remain calm and support security agencies with timely and credible information to aid ongoing operations.
He further advised residents to continue their lawful activities without fear, assuring that the situation had been brought under control.
Members of the public were also encouraged to report suspicious movements or criminal activities through designated police emergency and complaint lines.
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