By Our Reporter
Jos-Plateau, Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang has convened an emergency State Security Council meeting in Jos to address the rising security challenges confronting parts of Plateau State.
The meeting, chaired by the governor, brought together heads of security agencies, chairmen of the 17 local government councils, and the Chairman of the Plateau State Joint Traditional Council.
A statement issued by Gyang Bere, Director of Press and Public Affairs to the governor, said the meeting also had the participation of the Deputy Governor, Ngo Josephine Piyo, where critical issues affecting security in the state were extensively discussed.
Speaking with journalists after the meeting, the Secretary to the State Government, Samuel Nanchang Jatau, said the council carried out a thorough appraisal of the current security situation and adopted far-reaching measures aimed at protecting lives and property across the state.
According to him, the council resolved to intensify enforcement of the ban on motorcycles, night grazing, and night mining activities to curb factors fueling insecurity in the state.
Jatau further disclosed that security agencies would immediately move to reclaim ungoverned spaces, government institutions, and lands across the state, while the government would provide additional motorcycles and vehicles to improve security operations.
He added that the council agreed on the need to strengthen synergy and intelligence sharing among local government councils, security agencies, and communities to effectively tackle emerging threats.
The government also warned that any blockade of highways by individuals or groups would henceforth be treated as criminal activity, stressing that offenders would face the full weight of the law.
On agriculture and food security, the council emphasized the need to secure farmlands ahead of the farming season to enable farmers to carry out their activities without fear.
The council also directed traditional rulers to strengthen oversight of traditional institutions and cultural associations operating within their domains.
Reaffirming government’s commitment to restoring peace, Jatau said the administration was determined to secure Plateau State and protect the lives of residents.
He also announced a renewed crackdown on drug dealers, carriers, and users of illicit substances across the state as part of measures to tackle insecurity.
