The Executive Chairman of Riyom Local Government Council, Hon. Sati Bature Shuwa, has visited Jol community following the tragic attack that occurred on Tuesday night, claiming the lives of three brothers and throwing the community into mourning.

Addressing the grieving community, Hon. Shuwa lamented the worsening security situation in Riyom Local Government, describing the persistent attacks as heartbreaking and unacceptable.

He recalled that only a day earlier, three security personnel were ambushed and killed at Danwal in Ganawuri District while on patrol and their carted away with their firearms.

According to the Chairman, the officers were attacked by suspected Fulani terrorists who have continued to unleash violence across communities in the local government.

“The attack on Jol is yet another painful reminder of the security challenges confronting our people. Government cannot continue to fold its arms while innocent citizens are killed and communities are left in grief,” he said.

Hon. Shuwa called on the Federal Government to strengthen security operations in Riyom Local Government and Plateau State, stressing that the attacks have now extended beyond civilians to include security personnel.

“The Federal Government must recognize that even our security operatives have become targets of these terrorists. This calls for more decisive and coordinated action to end these senseless killings,” he added.

Following his visit to Jol, the Chairman handed over a refurbished Hilux patrol vehicle, rehabilitated by the Riyom Local Government Council, to the Divisional Police Officer (DPO), Riyom Division, of the Nigeria Police Force.

He noted that the gesture demonstrates the Council’s commitment to supporting security agencies in safeguarding lives and property across the local government.

During the burial of the victims, Rev. Evangelist Ezekiel Dachomo encouraged members of the community not to lose hope despite the recurring attacks. He urged them to remain steadfast in faith and continue to stand in defence of their God-given ancestral land.

Signed:

Damba Dang
Press Secretary to the Executive Chairman
Riyom Local Government Council