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Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has encouraged Christians to dedicate the Easter period to praying for peace in the state and across Nigeria, especially in light of recent violent incidents in parts of Jos.
Former Plateau State Governor, Simon Lalong, and ex-Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Idris Wase, have advocated for a collective approach involving communities and security forces to achieve lasting peace in Plateau State. Their calls come amid renewed violence in the region.
Nigerian troops have successfully eliminated Ado Alieru's son, Kachalla Iliya Sarki, and approximately 65 other bandits in a significant offensive in Zamfara State. The operation, which took place in Munhayi forest, also resulted in the death of other key commanders.
Amnesty International has strongly criticized the Nigerian government's response to recent violence in Plateau State, particularly the attack in Jos South, labeling it a failure to protect citizens.
Authorities in Plateau State have launched an extensive search for assailants responsible for a violent incident that claimed three lives and left one person injured. The attack occurred as victims were returning from a mining site.
Armed assailants have tragically claimed the lives of three individuals and left one person injured in the Gyel Nyango Community, located within Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State. The violent incident occurred on Friday, April 3, 2026.
A Fulani woman has drawn attention online by detailing several troubling incidents involving herders, including alleged crop destruction and trespassing, which she claims are becoming a growing concern.
The traditional ruler of Ishinkwor community in Onicha Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, HRH Jehoshaphat Ikegwu, has been fatally shot by gunmen at his palace. The incident, which occurred on Wednesday night, is now under police investigation. This marks the fifth traditional ruler to be killed in the state recently.
Plateau State Police Command has reported the arrest of a fake soldier and six other individuals suspected of criminal activities during the recent crisis in Jos. The suspects were taken into custody in different parts of the city.
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticised the Federal Government's decision to deploy armoured vehicles and security operatives to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) headquarters in Abuja. The party questioned this action amidst ongoing security challenges in Plateau State.
The Abia State House of Assembly has been alerted to the discovery of the mutilated bodies of six young girls on a farmland in Akirika Ukwu, Ukwa East Local Government Area. The incident, which occurred on March 23, 2026, has caused widespread fear and has been labelled as barbaric by a local representative.
The Chief of Staff to the Zamfara State Governor, Alhaji Mouktar Lugga, and his entourage narrowly avoided an attack by suspected bandits on Thursday evening. The incident occurred along the Funtua–Gusau highway near Kucheri village.
A Benue State student expressed deep frustration after an alleged promise by the state government to send 50 buses for student evacuation from Jos resulted in many being left stranded. The student described the experience as one of the worst days of his life.
Security forces in Borno State have apprehended an individual suspected of kidnapping in the Benisheikh market, Kaga Local Government Area. The operation also led to the recovery of a firearm and cash.
Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang has addressed criticism regarding his appearance in an armoured vehicle while visiting Angwan Rukuba in Jos North following a recent attack. He stated that security protocols, not personal fear, dictated the decision to use the vehicle, emphasizing that his primary goal was to engage with and calm the distressed community.
