Efforts to sustain peace in Plateau State intensified on Wednesday as Governor Caleb Mutfwang met with security chiefs and top government officials.
The meeting, which was held behind closed doors in Jos, brought together heads of security agencies and members of the State Executive Council to assess the current security situation in the state.
Discussions focused on recent security developments across Plateau State and the need for proactive measures to prevent further breaches and maintain stability in affected communities.
Briefing journalists after the meeting, the Commissioner of Police in Plateau State, Bassey Ewah, said the session was convened to review recent incidents and strengthen coordinated security operations.
He disclosed that the meeting resulted in a review of the existing curfew, which has now been adjusted to run from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with strict enforcement directed by the government.
He added that all other security restrictions remain in place, including the ban on commercial motorcycle operations and regulation of tricycle movement across the state.
The Commissioner warned that anyone found violating the curfew would be arrested and prosecuted, stressing that security agencies would ensure full compliance.
Ewah also dismissed reports circulating on social media alleging protests in parts of the state, describing them as false and misleading, and insisting that the security situation remained calm and under control.
He urged residents to remain law-abiding and support ongoing security efforts, noting that all security agencies were working together to maintain peace and order.
Also speaking, the Chairman of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) in Plateau State, Hamisu Anani, described the meeting as crucial in addressing recurring security challenges, particularly in Jos metropolis.
Anani said local government councils were developing tailored security responses based on their local realities, in collaboration with security agencies.
He added that continuous review of field reports and stronger coordination among stakeholders would improve efforts to tackle insecurity across the state.
