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IPCR Condemns Killings In Plateau, Calls For Arrests, Prosecutions Of Criminals Involved
IPCR Condemns Killings In Plateau, Calls For Arrests, Prosecutions Of Criminals Involved
By: Michael Mike
Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution (IPCR) has condemned the heartless killings of people in Plateau state on Sunday.
In the latest attack in the state, several people were reportedly slaughtered in cold blood in Gashish and Ropp districts of Barkin Ladi and Bokkos local government areas on Christmas Eve.
IPCR lamented that the coordinated attacks were carried out on a day meant to celebrate love, compassion and togetherness. And this was the day these criminals would carried out an evil act that would bring untold agony, suffering and grief to the affected communities.
IPCR, in the statement signed by its Director General, Dr. Joseph Ochogwu on Wednesday, said: “We had in our message on this yuletide celebration, urge Nigerians to keep the flag of unity high, as unity and peace are the hallmarks of a progressive nation.
“As the Director General of the Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution, who have been preaching peace in all the fora I have attended, there’s no doubt that peaceful coexistence is the hallmark of a progressive nation.
“I have insisted that peace, unity and security have the potential to break the vicious circle of underdevelopment and that nation-building is the responsibility of all.
“Bloodletting is not an achievement, but has the potential of scaring investors away from us. Nobody invest in a country where insecurity holds sway, we should all rally round President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on his Renewed Hope Agenda, so that we can have the country of our dream.”
“The Nigeria of our dream doesn’t harbour unnecessary killings, the Nigeria of our dream doesn’t harbour hatred for one another. Our dream is to have a viable nation, where citizens have sense of belonging.”
“Let us build the future of our country today and stop the actions and inactions that will put us in a bad light, where the country will be compared with terrorist nations.
“Our security agencies are doing very well, but the Institute is appealing that they put more efforts to address this challenges bedeviling the nation.”
“We condemn the killings and call for peace and conflict resolution on conflict related issues. We also call for the apprehension and prosecution of criminals involved in the killings.”
He added that: “We appreciate the Plateau state governor, Barr Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, who promised to settle the hospital bills of all injured victims of Christmas Eve attacks at BarkinLadi and Bokkos local government areas.”
Ochogwu said: “Let’s cooperate with our military and security actors to provide physical security and safety for our citizens, as we innovate and create the right conflict resolution mechanisms to address the protracted communal conflicts. Only together we can make peace happen in our society.”
IPCR Condemns Killings In Plateau, Calls For Arrests, Prosecutions Of Criminals Involved
NA CAT Week: Army Flags Off Free Medical Outreach in Kaduna Community
By Zagazola Makama
The Nigerian Army has commenced pre-event activities for its Combat Arms Training (CAT) Week 2026 with a free medical outreach for residents of Birnin Yaro community in Kaduna State.
Security sources said the outreach, which held on May 2, was flagged off by the Chief of Integrated Combat Arms, Maj.-Gen. G.M. Mutkut, as part of preparations for the CAT Week scheduled to take place at Jaji Military Cantonment from May 4 to May 8, 2026.
The sources disclosed that the programme provided free medical consultations and treatment for members of the host community, as well as personnel and their family members.
According to the sources, the initiative was designed to strengthen civil-military relations while improving access to basic healthcare services for underserved communities.
They added that senior officers, including the Principal Staff Officer from Headquarters Infantry Corps Centre and members of the Central Organising Committee for the CAT Week, were in attendance.
The sources noted that the event was conducted peacefully and without any incident.
NA CAT Week: Army Flags Off Free Medical Outreach in Kaduna Community
Troops Arrest Two Suspected Terrorists in Borno, Recover Phones and Charms
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested two suspected terrorists during a patrol operation in Ngamdu town, Kaga Local Government Area of Borno State.
Security sources said the operation was conducted at about 5:35 p.m. on May 2 by troops of 154 Battalion while on routine patrol within the area.
The sources disclosed that the suspects were intercepted and arrested during the patrol.
According to the sources, items recovered from them include one mobile phone, one keypad phone, a power bank, charms and other sundry items.
They added that the suspects are currently in military custody for further interrogation and investigation.
The sources noted that further action will be taken after profiling, while patrols in the area have been intensified to maintain security dominance.
Troops Arrest Two Suspected Terrorists in Borno, Recover Phones and Charms
Four Killed, Three Injured in Attack on Illegal Mining Site in Plateau
By Zagazola Makama
Four persons have been killed and three others injured following an attack by unknown gunmen at an illegal mining site in Barkin-Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 1:30 p.m. on May 2 at Mazat mining site, where the victims were reportedly engaged in unauthorised mining activities.
The sources disclosed that the assailants opened fire on the victims, killing four on the spot while three others sustained varying degrees of gunshot injuries.
According to the sources, the injured victims—two females and one male—were rushed to a nearby hospital for medical attention and are currently receiving treatment.
They added that the corpses of the deceased have been deposited at the hospital morgue for autopsy.
The sources further noted that security operatives were mobilised to the scene, while additional deployments have been made to track down the perpetrators.
They reiterated that night mining activities remain prohibited in the state, stressing that investigations into the incident are ongoing.
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