Senate Orders Probe Into Plateau Killings

The Nigerian Senate is ordering a full-scale investigation into the recent killings in Anguwan Rukuba, located in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State, where at least 40 people lose their lives in a violent attack.
The directive tasks the Inspector General of Police with uncovering the circumstances surrounding the incident and ensuring that those responsible are brought to justice.
According to Mediaplusng.com, the Senate strongly condemns the attack, describing it as a grave threat to national security and a tragic loss of innocent lives in a region previously known for relative peace.
The upper legislative chamber resolves to send a high-powered delegation to Plateau State, led by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, to commiserate with victims, their families, and affected communities.
The Senate’s resolutions follow a motion raised by lawmakers representing Plateau Central and Plateau North, who highlight the worsening security situation in both Kanam and Jos North local government areas.
Leading discussions, lawmakers express concern over what they describe as a resurgence of violence in Plateau State after years of relative calm, noting that the state’s reputation as the “Home of Peace and Tourism” is now under threat.
Attention is drawn to earlier attacks in Kanam Local Government Area in March, as well as the deadly assault in Anguwan Rukuba on March 29, 2026, which occurs as residents go about their daily activities.
According to the Senate, the attacks appear coordinated and deliberately target civilians in densely populated areas, increasing fears of escalating insecurity across the region.
Lawmakers also highlight a separate ambush in the Garga axis of Kanam, where a joint security patrol team comes under attack, resulting in casualties among security personnel.
According to Mediaplusng.com, the Senate notes that the nature of the conflict is becoming increasingly complex, with economic, ethnic, and religious dimensions contributing to the instability.
The continued violence is said to be displacing communities, disrupting farming activities, and posing serious risks to food security in Plateau State and beyond.
The Senate reiterates that the primary duty of government is the protection of lives and property, calling on security agencies to take decisive and proactive measures to prevent further attacks.
Proposed measures include the establishment of permanent operational bases in volatile areas, enhanced intelligence gathering, and the deployment of aerial surveillance to track and dismantle criminal networks.
The Senate also calls for increased recruitment into the Nigeria Police Force and the armed forces to address manpower shortages and improve response capacity.
In addition to security measures, lawmakers urge the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs to provide urgent relief materials to displaced persons, including food, medical supplies, and shelter.
The Senate observes a minute of silence in honour of the victims, acknowledging the human cost of the violence and the need for lasting solutions.
Senate President Akpabio is expected to lead the delegation to affected communities, offering condolences and assessing the situation on the ground.
The Senate emphasizes the need for coordinated action between federal, state, and local authorities to restore peace and stability in Plateau State.
The developments draw widespread concern as Nigerians continue to monitor the security situation, particularly in regions experiencing recurring violence.
Lawmakers insist that those behind the attacks must be identified, arrested, and prosecuted to deter future occurrences and rebuild public confidence in the nation’s security architecture.
Authorities are expected to provide updates as investigations progress and interventions are implemented to address the ongoing crisis.