Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State has announced plans to introduce emergency toll-free security hotlines to enable residents report suspicious activities and enhance rapid response to security threats across the state.
The governor disclosed this during an Easter service at St. Paul’s Anglican Church in Jos North Local Government Area, assuring worshippers that his administration was intensifying efforts to safeguard lives and property amid recent security concerns.
Mutfwang said the toll-free hotlines would establish a direct communication channel between residents and security agencies, stressing that public cooperation remains vital in tackling crime.
“The simple message is: see something, say something. We will be inaugurating hotlines in the coming days for citizens to share information, and we will respond decisively to all forms of criminality,” he said.
The governor also referred to the recent Palm Sunday attack in Angwan Rukuba, acknowledging the fear and trauma experienced by residents, but insisted that the government would not be discouraged in its efforts to restore peace.
“We will not be intimidated or cowed by fear. What the enemy intended for evil, God is turning around for His glory. Plateau will continue to rise higher and higher,” he stated.
Mutfwang noted that the past week had been particularly difficult for the state but affirmed that his administration was scaling up security interventions across both urban and rural communities.
“We are not resting on our oars. While we have taken significant steps to prevent further attacks, we will continue to strengthen our efforts to ensure that both our cities and villages are secure,” he added.
