Plateau killings call for decisive action, Speaker tells FG

…as govt eases Jos North curfew after calm returns

Tajudeen Abbas, Speaker of the House of Representatives has called on Federal Government and its Armed Forces to take decisive action on the recent killings in Plateau State, stating that Nigeria cannot leave its citizens at the mercy of criminals and non-state actors.

Abbas condemned what he described as gruesome and heinous attack on the people of Angwan Rukuba, Jos North Local Government Area of the State, which left scores of people were reported killed and many injured, with properties destroyed

The speaker, in a statement issued, on Tuesday, emphasised that protection of life and property is the primary responsibility of the Government.

He called for better collaboration, especially between the Federal and Sub-national Governments, the Government, and the people, as well as inter-agency cooperation.

The speaker, however, condoled families of those killed in the attack, while commiserating with the Angwan Rukuba community, the people, and the Government of Plateau State.

Read also: Plateau eases Jos North curfew after calm returns

Meanwhile, the Plateau State Government has announced the relaxation of the 48-hour curfew imposed on Jos North Local Government Area following the recent violent attack on residents of Angwan Rukuba, citing improved security and relative calm in the area.

The decision is aimed at allowing residents to gradually resume normal activities under monitored conditions.

In a statement signed by Joyce Ramnap, Commissioner for Information and Communication, the Government said “the adjustment takes effect from April 1, 2026, as part of efforts to balance security with socio-economic needs.

“Effective from 1st April, 2026, the curfew will be relaxed from 7am to 3pm. Residents are hereby permitted to carry out their lawful activities, within the stipulated hours.

“The government urges citizens to remain calm, vigilant, and law-abiding as security agencies continue to monitor the situation to ensure sustained peace and order”.