President Bola Tinubu and Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang have vowed to ensure justice for victims of the deadly Palm Sunday attack in Angwan Rukuba, Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State, which claimed 28 lives.
The President strongly condemned the killings, describing the attackers as “heartless cowards” who targeted innocent citizens under the cover of darkness. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu warned that such acts were aimed at provoking reprisals and escalating violence.
He directed security agencies to intensify efforts to track down the perpetrators and prevent further attacks. The President also emphasized the need to curb misinformation capable of worsening tensions, urging citizens to cooperate with authorities by providing timely and credible intelligence.
Tinubu assured Nigerians that security forces were actively addressing the situation and reiterated his administration’s commitment to safeguarding lives and property. He also called for the immediate rescue of abductees from Kahir village and commended the efforts of Governor Mutfwang and Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani in managing the crises and supporting response operations.
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Governor Mutfwang, in a state-wide broadcast, expressed deep sorrow over the incident and reaffirmed the state’s resolve to overcome the tragedy. He declared that Plateau State would not bow to fear or intimidation, stressing that unity and resilience would guide the people through the difficult period.
Meanwhile, the Federal Government expressed profound concern over the attack and extended condolences to the victims’ families and the people of Plateau State. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, disclosed that security agencies responded swiftly, deploying troops under Operation Enduring Peace to secure the area.
According to him, forces established control over key access routes and launched targeted search-and-clear operations to apprehend those responsible. He noted that these actions were part of broader efforts to strengthen security across Plateau and the North-Central region, including enhanced surveillance, joint patrols, and intelligence-driven operations aimed at preventing further violence.
