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The Inspector General of Police, Olutunji Disu, has intensified security operations in Plateau State following the deadly attack on Kawel community in Bokkos Local Government Area, an attack that left at least 20 people dead and raised fears of renewed violence in the area.
As part of efforts to control the situation and prevent further bloodshed, the National Police Chief directed the deployment of the Assistant Inspector General of Police in charge of Zone 4, Makurdi, AIG Dankombo Morris, to immediately carry out an assessment of the security challenges facing the area.
This intervention also includes the deployment of additional operational assets, Police personnel and special tactical units to strengthen existing security arrangements in affected communities.
In a move aimed at strengthening collaboration with local stakeholders, AIG Morris visited Bokkos on Tuesday with senior officials from the Plateau State Police Command, where they engaged local government authorities, traditional institutions and community leaders on strategies to restore peace.
Confirming the development, the spokesperson of the Plateau State Police Command, DSP Alabo Alfred, said the deployment was part of the urgent measures approved by the Inspector General in response to the tragic incident.
The statement read in part, “Following the unfortunate incident in Kawel Community in Mushere District, Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State, the Inspector General of Police, IGP Olutunji Rilwan Disu, has deployed the Assistant Inspector General of Police in charge of Zone 4 Headquarters, Makurdi, AIG Dankombo F. Morris, to Plateau State to carry out an immediate assessment of the situation and implement necessary measures aimed at restoring peace and preventing further incidents.
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“The AIG, accompanied by members of the management team of the Plateau State Police Command, today visited Bokkos Local Government Area, where he held meetings with local government leaders, traditional rulers of the area and other important stakeholders.”
In the security meeting, Chairman of Bokkos Local Government Area, Hon. Amalau Samuel Amalau, praised the swift intervention by police leadership and described the attack as a senseless act of violence against innocent citizens.
He told the delegation that the victims had been buried but stressed the need for increased security deployment to protect communities that remain vulnerable to further attacks.
Amalau urged security agencies to maintain their presence in the region and strengthen ongoing efforts to protect lives and property.
Also speaking at the event, President of the Women in Politics Initiative, Plateau State Chapter, Mrs. Hajara Yunana, lamented the devastating impact of attacks on women, children and families in the affected communities.
While praising the police for their quick response, he called for stronger action and advocated the adoption of modern police technology to improve surveillance and response capabilities in high-risk areas.
He further appealed to citizens to remain peaceful and continue to support security agencies with useful information that can aid ongoing efforts to maintain law and order.
