Lawmaker condemns Plateau killings, calls for state police

A member of the House of Representatives, Dachung Bagos, has condemned the killing of 12 people in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State by suspected herders.

The attack, which occurred on Wednesday, affected five communities and left several others injured.

Bagos, who represents Jos South/Jos East Federal Constituency, urged the Federal Government to step up efforts to secure lives and property across Plateau.

He also called on the National Assembly to fast-track the passage of bills seeking to establish state police, saying the move would help decentralise security and improve local policing.

A statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Dafwam Yaks, on Friday quoted Bagos as expressing “deep sorrow and condemnation” over the killings, especially in Ruwi village, where about 12 people were killed.

The statement read, “His thoughts are with the families affected by this senseless loss, which has left lasting scars on the community and beyond.

“He commended Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State, who demonstrated capacity and showed compassion by his visit to the affected areas, offering sympathy to grieving families by reaffirming his commitment to addressing the security challenges.