Plateau Killings: Police Set Up Special Intervention Squad To Address Attacks

Plateau Killings: Police Set Up Special Intervention Squad To Address Attacks

The Nigeria Police Force has taken a proactive step to address the insecurity challenges in Plateau State by establishing a Special Operation Squad.

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The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, announced this development during a visit to the Government House in Jos on Friday. The squad will commence operations immediately, aiming to contribute to efforts in stabilizing the security situation in the state.

In response to the recurrent attacks, the police chief revealed that a tactical unit would be deployed to Plateau State. This move is part of broader security measures designed to curtail the ongoing violence and enhance the protection of lives and property in the region.

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The establishment of the Special Operation Squad reflects the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to collaborate with local authorities and address the prevailing security challenges in Plateau State.

“More deployment of our tactical unit will be made. We are deploying our tactical unit to assist you; we are deploying our intelligence unit. When you see the IGP visiting with DIG operations and DIG intelligence accompanied by the DIG of the zone, you should know that we mean business.

“A special operation will commence immediately on the plateau. This special operation will form the nucleus of our special intervention squad, the last time I visited you, I told you about our intention to set up a special intervention squad in ten pilot states in Nigeria and Plateau State is one.

“So with this special operation that is commencing today, we are technically flagging off the commencement of the operation of our special intervention squad,” IGP Egbetokun said.

He appealed for the cooperation of the people of the state in the fight against criminals, saying that it is a war that needs the contribution of everyone to achieve victory.

“With the cooperation of the people of Plateau, a solution is in sight. I want to appeal to the people of Plateau to cooperate with the security agencies, support them with information, and actively take part.

“These criminals have declared war on our state and we are all going to join hands together to fight this war. We should not see this war as a war against the Fulanis, we should not see it as a war against any tribe in Nigeria, it is a war against the criminals; it is a war against enemies of our country,” he said

The Inspector General of Police (IGP) is currently in Plateau State to conduct an assessment of the security situation and ensure the protection of areas affected by recent attacks, particularly in Bokkos and surrounding regions. The visit aims to secure and safeguard these areas from criminal activities.

Plateau State witnessed a devastating attack by assailants on Christmas Eve, resulting in over 190 casualties, injuries, and significant damage to buildings and properties. The violence initially erupted in the Bokkos area and later extended to neighbouring Barkin Ladi.

Prior to the IGP’s visit on Friday, another community in Bokkos Local Government came under attack on Thursday night. The marauders targeted the community, burning and destroying homes, although no fatalities were reported due to the timely intervention of security personnel. The IGP’s presence is expected to contribute to enhancing security measures and addressing the prevailing challenges in the affected areas.

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