Any Solution in Sight to Incessant Security Breaches on the Plateau?
Recent violence recorded in parts of Plateau State has once again exposed the fragility of its security architecture, after gunmen killed five people and injured two at Mangu’s Friday market,
Plateau State continues to grapple with the persistent issue of security breaches, with recent violence highlighting the state of its security architecture. In a high-profile visit to the state, Inspector General of Police Olatunji Disu pledged renewed action to tackle recurring assaults. However, just hours after his visit, five people were killed and two injured at Mangu’s Friday market, echoing the violent pattern of attacks across the state.
The attacks occurred in multiple local government areas, leaving several dead and properties destroyed. The most devastating incident involved gunmen ambushing nine passengers in Jos South, killing several and wounding others. In Mangu, two were killed and four injured in an attack on Vodni community, while in Riyom, two more were killed during a night-time assault.
The attacks are part of a pattern of violence that persists despite security deployments and assurances. Fulani herders also faced a separate attack, killing three teenage herders and destroying 50 cattle. Inspector General Disu visited Plateau State to engage with the Police and other stakeholders, vowing to find a lasting solution.
However, the effectiveness of current policing strategies remains questionable, with public anxiety high and questions about intelligence gaps and the lack of deterrence emerging.
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