Police Enhance Security in Plateau Amid 24-Hour Curfew

In response to the ongoing 24-hour curfew in Jos, Plateau State, Commissioner of Police Olugbemiga Adesina has ordered a heightened police presence throughout the city.

On Monday, CP Adesina announced the increased deployment of officers, citing intelligence reports that suggested plans by hoodlums to exploit the #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria protests to incite chaos in the state.

The statement, issued by the command’s spokesperson, noted, “In line with the 24-hour curfew imposed by the Plateau State Government due to the actions of unscrupulous elements amidst the peaceful protest in the state, the Plateau State Police Command has robustly deployed officers to various areas within Jos metropolis and Bukuru to prevent further breakdown of law and order.”

It further explained, “Intelligence reports at our disposal suggest that hoodlums are planning to cause mayhem in the state, and it is evident that the miscreants are on the verge of hijacking the peaceful protest to loot shops within the commercial nerve of the state massively.”

The statement assured that the Plateau State Police Command is dedicated to maintaining peace, emphasizing, “We will not allow any person or group of individuals to plunge the state into unruly turmoil. It is our constitutional responsibility to protect lives and property and ensure public safety. We are fully committed to ensuring that criminals do not execute their evil plans.”

Residents were urged to adhere to the curfew directives, with a warning that violators will face arrest and prosecution. “Therefore, the Commissioner of Police, Plateau State Command, CP Emmanuel Olugbemiga Adesina, psc, warns Plateau residents to comply with the state government’s curfew as anyone found violating the directive will be arrested and prosecuted in accordance with the extant laws of the land.”

The statement concluded with a stern warning to potential troublemakers: “Our message to the miscreants and mischief-makers is simple: leave Plateau State or be ready to face the full weight of the law, as we are all out for you. Members of the public can report any suspicious activities.”

This heightened security follows the state government’s imposition of a 24-hour curfew in Jos North and Jos South LGAs due to attempts by suspected hoodlums to loot properties under the guise of the protests.