Recent attacks in Plateau State have resulted in significant loss of life and property destruction, prompting Governor Caleb Mutfwang to issue new measures to mitigate these incidents.
The governor said the measures included prohibition of night grazing and transportation of cattle after 7 PM, as well as restriction of motorcycle movement from 7 PM to 6 AM statewide.
This is made known in a statewide broadcast, as the governor highlighted the gravity of the situation, citing the brutal attack on Zikwe Village in Bassa LGA that claimed innocent lives. “In the late hours of Sunday, April 13th, the peace of Zikwe Village in Bassa LGA was shattered by a brutal attack that claimed the lives of innocent men, women, and children. This comes while we still mourn the tragic loss of over 50 lives in Bokkos.”
“These attacks are calculated, persistent, and painful—but Plateau remains unbroken. I commend our emergency responders and security agencies for their swift action and thank President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for directing security forces to pursue justice with urgency.
“In response to these attacks, the following measures take effect from Wednesday, April 16th: night grazing is strictly prohibited.
“Transportation of cattle after 7 PM is banned, and motorcycle movement is restricted from 7 PM to 6 AM statewide. All hospitals in affected areas will provide free medical care to victims, and relief materials are already on their way.”
The governor urged traditional rulers and youth leaders to revive local vigilante patrols in partnership with security forces, saying all hands must be on deck to protecting the state, guided by justice and law.
The governor concluded by expressing solidarity with the affected families, saying, “To the grieving families in Zikwe, Bokkos, and beyond—your pain is ours. We mourn with you, and we will not rest until peace is restored.” He urged citizens to remain united and vigilant, stating, “Let us remain calm, vigilant, and united. Together, we will rise beyond this grief—stronger, safer, and more determined than ever.”
