IGP DISU DEPLOYS AIG ZONE 4 TO PLATEAU STATE FOR OPERATIONAL ASSESSMENT, ORDERS REINFORCEMENT OF SECURITY ASSETS IN BOKKOS
By Trek Africa Newspaper
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, has deployed the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone 4 Headquarters, Makurdi, AIG Dankombo F. Morris, to Plateau State on an operational assessment visit following recent attacks in Bokkos Local Government Area of the State.
During the visit on Tuesday, 23rd June 2026, the AIG visited Kawel Community in Mushere District, Bokkos Local Government Area, where he engaged community leaders, traditional authorities, and other critical stakeholders to assess the security situation and reinforce ongoing efforts aimed at restoring peace and stability in the affected communities.
Conveying the condolences of the Inspector-General of Police and the Force Management Team, AIG Morris sympathized with families affected by the attacks and assured residents of the Nigeria Police Force’s commitment to bringing the perpetrators to justice. He emphasized that all lawful measures are being deployed to apprehend those responsible and prevent further acts of violence.
The AIG further disclosed that, on the directive of the Inspector-General of Police, additional security assets have been deployed to Plateau State, particularly in the affected communities of Bokkos Local Government Area, to strengthen ongoing operations, enhance security presence, and support efforts towards the restoration of normalcy. He urged residents to remain law-abiding and refrain from reprisal actions capable of undermining ongoing peace and security efforts.
As part of the visit, AIG Morris paid courtesy visits to the Executive Governor of Plateau State, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang, and the Gbong Gwom Jos, His Royal Majesty Da Jacob Gyang Buba, CFR, where he conveyed the condolences of the Force leadership and reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to sustained collaboration with the State Government in addressing security challenges across the State.
The Nigeria Police Force remains committed to working closely with relevant stakeholders and sister security agencies to protect lives and property, maintain public safety, and support lasting peace across Plateau State and the country at large.
CSP ANIETIE OKOKON EDEM INIEDU
Force Public Relations Officer
Force Headquarters, Abuja
25th June, 2026
