The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, on Wednesday visited Plateau State following recent killings in parts of the state, assuring residents that the Nigeria Police Force would strengthen security operations and bring perpetrators to justice.

Disu, who paid a condolence visit to the Plateau State Government, said the Police remained committed to providing a secure environment, stressing that sustainable peace and development required continuous collaboration among security agencies, government and communities.

Speaking during the visit, Disu said the purpose was to discuss the killings in Mangu and other parts of the state.

“I am on the Plateau to discuss issues bothering on the killings in Mangu and other parts of the state. We are not happy with the situation and I can assure you we have made some arrests.

“Having gone round and engaged with stakeholders to have lasting solutions to the problem, I can assure you people have hope and confidence in the police and we will continue working together in synergy and collaboration for a secure environment.

“We are intensifying community engagement and intelligence gathering to identify threats early, protect vulnerable communities and bring perpetrators to justice.

“Building trust between security personnel and communities is important, and I urge residents to provide credible and timely information to enable security agencies prevent attacks and apprehend criminals.”

Receiving the IGP, Governor Caleb Mutfwang, represented by his Deputy, Ngo Josephine Chundung Piyo, commended the Police leadership for its response to the security situation and the decision to visit the state to assess developments firsthand.

“We commend the Police leadership for responding promptly to the security situation and visiting the state to assess developments firsthand.

“The visit is a demonstration of the IGP’s commitment to protecting lives and property, and the state government places a high premium on sustained collaboration with the Police and other security agencies in maintaining peace and security.

“The state government has made tremendous efforts in strengthening security, and we appreciate the IGP for deploying a new Commissioner of Police to Plateau State and strengthening the Police Command’s capacity to work with the state government, sister security agencies, traditional institutions and communities.”

According to her, effective security required more than the deployment of personnel, noting that robust intelligence gathering, community engagement and timely response to emerging threats were also essential.

The Deputy Governor appealed to the IGP to activate and deploy officers to the Mobile Police Barracks in Gashish, Barkin Ladi Local Government Area.

She said, “The facility has remained moribund since its establishment.

“Putting the facility to full operational use would strengthen police presence and improve response capabilities in communities within the axis.”

She also urged residents to remain vigilant and avoid actions that could worsen tensions in affected communities.

“Residents should avoid reprisals that could further escalate tensions in affected communities,” she said. (Daily Trust)