Plateau Killings: Senate Orders IGP Disu Probe as Curfew Relaxed in Jos North

Lawmakers demand investigation into deadly Jos attack as Plateau government eases restrictions amid relative calm.

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By Demba Kenneth — Jos, Nigeria

The Nigerian Senate has directed the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, to investigate the recent killings in Plateau State, as the state government relaxed the curfew in Jos North Local Government Area.

The move follows a deadly attack in Anguwan Rukuba that left at least 28 people dead and heightened concerns over renewed violence in the region.

The Senate resolution came after deliberations on a motion raised by Plateau lawmakers, who expressed concern over escalating insecurity in parts of the state.

Senators called for the perpetrators of the Anguwan Rukuba attack to be identified, apprehended, and prosecuted. The upper chamber also resolved to send a high-powered delegation, led by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, to commiserate with victims and affected communities.

Lawmakers warned that the violence, which has spread across Jos North and Kanam Local Government Areas, is becoming increasingly complex, with ethnic, economic, and religious dimensions.

They noted that recent attacks have displaced communities, disrupted farming activities, and raised concerns about food security in the region.

The Senate further urged security agencies to adopt proactive measures, including establishing permanent operational bases in volatile areas and intensifying intelligence gathering and aerial surveillance.

It also called for increased recruitment into the Nigeria Police Force and the military to address manpower shortages.

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In addition, the chamber observed a minute of silence in honour of the victims and urged the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs to provide relief materials to affected persons.

Plateau Government Relaxes Curfew

The Plateau State Government announced the easing of the curfew earlier imposed on Jos North following the attack.

Commissioner for Information, Joyce Ramnap, said the adjustment takes effect from April 1, 2026. The curfew, initially declared for 48 hours, will now run from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. daily, allowing residents to carry out essential activities.

The decision, according to the government, follows a relative return to calm in the affected area.

Renewed Violence Raises Security Concerns

Plateau, once regarded as a relatively peaceful state, has witnessed a resurgence of violent attacks in recent weeks.

Lawmakers cited earlier incidents in Kanam Local Government Area and an ambush on a joint security patrol team, which resulted in casualties among security personnel.

Authorities say the attacks appear coordinated and targeted at civilians in densely populated areas.

The Senate’s intervention underscores growing national concern over Plateau’s deteriorating security situation. While the curfew relaxation signals temporary stability, recurring attacks highlight deeper structural challenges in managing communal and armed violence, with implications for national security and food production.