The Governor of Plateau State, Caleb Mutfwang, has revealed that gunmen behind the recent deadly attack in Jos disguised themselves as operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) to deceive residents before launching their assault.
The attack occurred on Sunday in the Angwan Rukuba area of Jos North Local Government Area, where at least 28 people were killed and several others injured. According to the governor, no suspects have been arrested so far.
During a television interview, Mutfwang explained that the attackers took advantage of a familiar pattern, as residents were used to seeing NDLEA operatives conducting raids in nearby communities. The gunmen reportedly arrived in a similar manner, wearing disguises and acting like security personnel, which initially prevented residents from suspecting danger.
He noted that by the time people realised the situation, the attackers had already caused significant harm and fled the scene.
The governor disclosed that security agencies are currently working with credible intelligence to track down those responsible, though he declined to reveal details due to ongoing investigations.
Mutfwang described the incident as carefully planned and executed, adding that the attackers appeared well-trained in the use of weapons. He also said both residents and security operatives were caught off guard, partly because the state had experienced relative calm in recent months.
While acknowledging public anger over the killings, the governor urged residents to avoid retaliation and remain law-abiding. He warned that the attackers’ aim was to create instability and undermine peace efforts in the state.
Earlier, Bola Tinubu visited Plateau State to sympathise with victims’ families and directed security agencies to ensure those responsible are brought to justice.
