The Nigeria Police says it has arrested Nine (9) suspects in connection with the recent unrest in Mangu local government area of Plateau State.
Assistant Inspector General of Police in charge of Zone 4, AIG Ebong Eyibio made tus known during press conference at the Plateau State Police Command headquarters in Jos on Thursday.
The Police paraded the suspects with recovered exhibits from them which include weapons such as machetes, kegs containing Petrol, and other items.
The area according to the police is now calm with the presence of security forces and strict compliance to the curfew is being complied with.
“To further strengthen the existing security architecture in Mangu LGA and ensure compliance with the curfew imposed by the government and prevent further escalation of the incidence which is almost snowboarding into an ethno religious crisis, I have ordered the deployment of additional Special Intervention personnel to Mangu LGA to be commended by the Area Commander, Pankshin, and restore normalcy in that area.
“I also wish to make it clear that the Command under my leadership and supervision will bear zero tolerance to any act of criminality, and will continue to intensify its efforts towards restoring peace, public confidence and normalcy within the State.
“On behalf of the officers and men of Plateau State Police Command, I want to take this moment to commemorate with the government and good people of Mangu LGA over the loss of lives and properties as a result of these attacks.” Said the AIG.