Governor Caleb Mutfwang Intensifies Security Overhaul in Plateau State Following Recent Communal Attacks

Governor Mutfwang revitalizes Operation Rainbow and adopts drone technology to secure Plateau State communities following tragic attacks in Jos North.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 23, 2026, 8:29 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from The Sun Nigeria

Responsive Leadership in the Wake of Tragedy

Governor Caleb Mutfwang has taken direct action to address renewed security threats in Plateau State, specifically following recent attacks in Angwan Rukuba and various rural communities. According to Doctor Gyang Bere, the Governor's Director of Press and Public Affairs, the administration has prioritized an empathetic and visible response to community grief. Mutfwang personally visited affected areas to restore public confidence and has since initiated a coordinated series of emergency meetings with traditional and religious stakeholders to prevent further escalation.

Federal Collaboration and National Support

The state executive has bridged the gap with the federal government by briefing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on the deteriorating security climate. This diplomatic engagement resulted in a presidential visit to Jos to commiserate with families and a subsequent directive for federal security agencies to apprehend perpetrators. Furthermore, the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction is currently compiling data on affected residents to facilitate targeted interventions and economic relief.

Technological Advancement in Rural Surveillance

A cornerstone of the Governor’s new defense strategy is the integration of modern technology into traditional policing. The administration has procured and deployed drones for surveillance in hard to reach rural communities, significantly improving early warning capabilities. Additionally, a partnership with the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy is underway to install digital cameras and surveillance infrastructure within the Greater Jos Master Plan to monitor urban centers.