The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding lives and property across the country, declaring that Nigeria will not succumb to criminal elements as efforts intensify to restore peace in Plateau State.
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, made this known on Tuesday during a press briefing in Abuja, while addressing the recent security situation in Plateau State following an attack in Angwan Rukuba.
“Nigeria will not yield to criminal elements. We will protect our people, and we will prevail,” the minister stated, urging citizens not to allow violence to divide communities.
He expressed condolences to the families of victims, as well as the government and people of Plateau State, assuring that security agencies responded promptly to the incident.
According to him, troops under Operation Enduring Peace were immediately deployed, while the military and other security agencies secured the affected area and launched operations to apprehend those responsible.
“These swift actions ensured that the situation was quickly contained and prevented further escalation,” Idris said, noting that the response is part of broader efforts to enhance security in Plateau and the North-Central region.
He explained that the Federal Government has sustained intelligence-driven operations in vulnerable communities, backed by increased surveillance, troop deployments, and joint patrols involving the military and the police.
The minister further assured that the administration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu remains committed to tackling security challenges through coordinated strategies among security agencies. He revealed that the President has already met with top security and intelligence officials to assess the situation and chart further actions.
Idris also disclosed that the Governor of Plateau State, Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, has been invited for consultations to strengthen collaboration and ensure a unified approach to restoring peace.
He acknowledged measures taken by the state government, including the imposition of a 48-hour curfew in Jos North to stabilise the situation and support ongoing operations.
Describing the attack as unfortunate, the minister stressed that it does not signify a collapse of national security but rather a criminal act in a conflict-prone area that is being actively addressed.
“There will be no safe haven for criminal elements anywhere in Nigeria,” he assured.
He urged Nigerians to remain calm, law-abiding, and avoid spreading unverified information that could escalate tensions or undermine security efforts.
The Federal Government, he added, will continue to strengthen intelligence gathering, operational readiness, and inter-agency collaboration to stay ahead of emerging threats and ensure lasting peace nationwide.