Plateau state governor Caleb Mutfwang has Mutfwang warned that the government would not tolerate lawlessness or mob action by any group or individuals.
The governor issued the warning on Friday at the end of an emergency security meeting at the government house, Jos.
He also ordered an immediate clampdown on rising insecurity and unauthorized roadblocks in the state.
The meeting attended by heads of security agencies and senior government officials, reviewed a series of violent incidents recorded across the state within the last two weeks.
The governor said the council examined the mining site tragedy in Wase, where several lives were lost, as well as multiple attacks on highways and communities that have heightened public anxiety.
The governor condemned the killings of travellers and residents in Dorowa and other communities, stressing that the victims were innocent and not linked to any criminal suspicion.
“There have been two incidents where people were attacked on the road, and another in Dorowa where villagers were shot.
“These victims committed no crime. Security agencies are on the trail of the perpetrators, and we will ensure they are brought to book,” the governor said.
He commiserated with families who lost loved ones in the unfortunate incidents.
Mutfwang said only authorised law enforcement agencies may block highways or restrict movement.
“Anybody henceforth that blocks the highway without authorization will not be accepted by government. Access roads are an entitlement of the people,” he warned.
He added that any community where travellers are attacked will have its leadership held responsible.
The governor condemned individuals spreading fear and false narratives about insecurity in the state, describing such claims as attempts to mischaracterise the state.
“Plateau people are peace‑loving. These incidents are isolated and must not be used to paint the state as unsafe,” he said.
He also issued a stern warning to social media users who “fan the embers of hatred” or incite violence, saying the government would take action against purveyors of misinformation.
The governor commended security operatives for their efforts in responding to recent attacks and promised continued support to improve their response time.
Mutfwang also commended Plateau youths for exercising restraint despite provocations.
He said, “In the last six months, Plateau State has enjoyed unprecedented peace. There are people who are not happy with that and want to destabilize the state. We must not allow them.”
