President Bola Tinubu has invited the Governor of Plateau State, Caleb Mutfwang, to Abuja for high-level talks following the recent attack in Angwan Rukuba, Jos North.
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, disclosed this at a press briefing held on Tuesday in Abuja.
Idris conveyed condolences on behalf of the President and the Federal Government to the victims and their families.
He stressed that swift and decisive measures are being taken to address the attack.
“Let me assure Nigerians that security agencies responded immediately to the incident. Troops under Operation Enduring Peace were rapidly mobilised to the scene following distress calls.
“The military and other security agencies cordoned off the affected area, secured key access routes, and launched targeted search-and-clearance operations to track down the perpetrators.
“These swift actions ensured that the situation was quickly contained and prevented further escalation,” Idris said.
He explained that these actions form part of a broader federal strategy to maintain stability across Plateau State and the North-Central region.
“The Nigerian Armed Forces have continued to carry out clearance operations and intelligence-led missions across vulnerable communities following attacks recorded in recent months.
“Reinforced surveillance and troop deployments have also been implemented in high-risk areas, supported by joint military-police patrols and strengthened rapid response mechanisms.
“These coordinated efforts are designed to neutralise threats proactively and maintain stability,” the minister added.
Highlighting the President’s proactive engagement, Idris revealed that Tinubu convened a meeting with top security and intelligence officials to assess the situation.
“A few hours ago, President Bola Tinubu held a high-level meeting with the nation’s top security and intelligence chiefs to review the situation and take further decisive steps towards arriving at a lasting solution.
“Following this meeting, the Governor of Plateau State, Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, has been invited by President Tinubu to further deliberate and chart a coordinated path towards lasting peace and security.
“The outcome of the meeting between President Tinubu and Governor Mutfwang will be made public in due course,” Idris said.
The Plateau State Government has also implemented immediate measures, including a 48-hour curfew in Jos North, aimed at preventing reprisals and stabilising the area.
Idris said the state government is working closely with federal security agencies to restore calm and facilitate investigations.
While acknowledging the severity of the attack, the minister assured Nigerians that it does not represent a breakdown of national security.
“What occurred does not represent a breakdown of national security, but rather a criminal act within a known conflict-prone area—one that is being actively and decisively addressed by the authorities.
“The Federal Government has directed all security agencies to ensure that those responsible for this heinous act are identified, apprehended, and brought to justice.
“There will be no safe haven for criminal elements anywhere in Nigeria. Ongoing operations are already generating actionable intelligence, and we are confident that those behind this attack will be held accountable,” the minister said.
Idris called on citizens to remain calm and cooperate with security authorities, while avoiding the spread of unverified information that could escalate tensions.
The minister concluded with a message of resilience.
“Nigeria’s unity remains strong. The Federal Government will continue to act decisively, in collaboration with the Plateau State Government and all stakeholders, to ensure lasting peace. We will protect our people, and we will prevail.”
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