President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has swung into action over the deadly Jos attack, summoning Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, to Abuja for urgent, high-level security talks.
The directive was revealed by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, during a press briefing in Abuja, where he also conveyed the President’s condolences to victims and their families.
Security agencies, he said, wasted no time in responding to the crisis, moving swiftly to contain the violence and prevent further bloodshed.
“Let me assure Nigerians that security agencies responded immediately to the incident. Troops under Operation Enduring Peace were rapidly mobilised to the scene following distress calls.
“The military and other security agencies cordoned off the affected area, secured key access routes, and launched targeted search-and-clearance operations to track down the perpetrators.
“These swift actions ensured that the situation was quickly contained and prevented further escalation,” Idris said.
He stressed that the operation is part of a wider federal push to stabilise Plateau and the North-Central region amid recurring attacks.
“The Nigerian Armed Forces have continued to carry out clearance operations and intelligence-led missions across vulnerable communities following attacks recorded in recent months.
“Reinforced surveillance and troop deployments have also been implemented in high-risk areas, supported by joint military-police patrols and strengthened rapid response mechanisms.
“These coordinated efforts are designed to neutralise threats proactively and maintain stability,” the minister added.
Behind the scenes, Tinubu has already held a crucial meeting with top security and intelligence chiefs, describing it as a no-nonsense approach to restoring peace.
“A few hours ago, President Bola Tinubu held a high-level meeting with the nation’s top security and intelligence chiefs to review the situation and take further decisive steps towards arriving at a lasting solution.
“Following this meeting, the Governor of Plateau State, Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, has been invited by President Tinubu to further deliberate and chart a coordinated path towards lasting peace and security.
“The outcome of the meeting between President Tinubu and Governor Mutfwang will be made public in due course,” Idris said.
On the ground, the Plateau State Government has slammed a 48-hour curfew on Jos North to prevent reprisals, while security forces intensify operations to hunt down those responsible.
Despite the scale of the attack, the Federal Government insists the situation is under control and far from a national security breakdown.
“What occurred does not represent a breakdown of national security, but rather a criminal act within a known conflict-prone area—one that is being actively and decisively addressed by the authorities.
“The Federal Government has directed all security agencies to ensure that those responsible for this heinous act are identified, apprehended, and brought to justice.
“There will be no safe haven for criminal elements anywhere in Nigeria. Ongoing operations are already generating actionable intelligence, and we are confident that those behind this attack will be held accountable,” the minister said.
Calling for calm, Idris urged Nigerians to support security efforts and avoid spreading unverified information.
“Nigeria’s unity remains strong. The Federal Government will continue to act decisively, in collaboration with the Plateau State Government and all stakeholders, to ensure lasting peace. We will protect our people, and we will prevail.”
