Acting Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, has embarked on a critical duty tour by convoy patrol to assess and address the prevailing security challenges in some parts of Plateau State.
This was as he has engaged warring groups and also ordered improved preventive deployments and investigations into the various attacks in the state.
Force Public Relations Officer, Force Headquarters, CSP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, disclosed this in a release, Ref No. CZ.5300/FPRD/FHQ/ABJ/VOL.6/22, dated 20 July, 2023.
As part of his tour, the IGP, on Wednesday, made a significant stopover at the Akwanga Area Command and Divisional Headquarters.
“[It is] a place that holds special significance as it was the initial posting of the IGP when he was commissioned as an Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) into the Nigeria Police Force several years ago, Adejobi stated.
During the duty tour to Plateau State, the IGP had a crucial meeting with the state governor, Caleb Muftwang, at the State House.
There, they extensively discussed the security situation in the state, analyzing its complexities and exploring strategic solutions.
Following the meeting, the IGP proceeded to convene a gathering with the Plateau Stakeholders Forum at the Police Officers Mess in Jos.
The meeting, it was stated, provided an opportunity for comprehensive deliberations and collaboration among key stakeholders to address the prevailing security challenges and foster sustainable peace and stability in the region.
“Similarly, the IGP proceeded to Mangu Local Government Area of the state, the epicenter of the immediate security challenge.
“There he actively engaged with the local community and police operatives on the ground to corroborate intelligence received on the situation.
“The interaction provided a platform for open dialogue and enabled the IGP to assess the state of affairs, gather valuable insights.
“It reinforced the commitment of the police to addressing the security challenges faced by the people of Mangu and restoring peace and order in the area.
“The IGP, therefore, emphasised the need for improved preventive deployments, effective intelligence gathering, and community engagements to proactively address the security concerns in Mangu,” it was stated in the release.
IGP Egbetokun reaffirmed the commitment of the NPF to protect lives and property, and restore peace and harmony in the area.
He also restated the Force “resoluteness in its determination to deploy necessary resources, strengthen preventive measures, and implement proactive strategies to address the security concerns in Plateau State and other regions across the country.”
Ag. IGP Kayode Egbetokun, however, charged the people of Plateau State to refrain from attaching religious or ethnic colourations to the criminals perpetrating heinous killings and crimes in the state.
He said “a criminal remains one, irrespective of his religion or ethnicity, and such colourations could cause more harm to our peaceful coexistence and national unity.”
