Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State has visited affected communities in Barkin Ladi and Bassa Local Government Areas following recent deadly attacks, assuring residents of stronger security measures and justice for victims.
During his visit to the Nding community in Barkin Ladi, the governor met with widows, children, and survivors of the violence that left several people dead and others injured. He was received by local government officials, security representatives, and community leaders.
Mutfwang said he had been in constant communication with security agencies since the attacks began and decided to visit personally to assess the situation and reassure residents of government attention.
He pledged that those responsible for the killings would be tracked down and prosecuted, stressing that the state government would not tolerate further attacks on innocent citizens. He also reiterated that the lives of Plateau residents remain a top priority.
As part of new security measures, the governor announced a ban on night mining activities across the state, directing that all mining operations must end by 5:00 p.m. daily. He also prohibited night grazing and restricted cattle movement by underage herders, saying the steps were aimed at reducing tensions and preventing further conflict.
Mutfwang later visited Ngbrazongo village in Bassa LGA, where he extended condolences and promised increased security deployment to vulnerable communities.
He also appealed for calm and urged media practitioners to report responsibly, warning against narratives that could discourage investment or tourism in Plateau State, which he described as the “Home of Peace and Tourism.”
The Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Bernard Doro, who accompanied the governor, assured residents of federal government support in providing relief materials and coordinating humanitarian response efforts.
Community leaders and stakeholders who received the governor welcomed his visit, but also called for a sustained and stronger security presence, especially ahead of the farming season, to prevent further violence.
For many residents, the visit brought reassurance—but also renewed hope that the cycle of attacks and displacement can finally be addressed with lasting solutions.