Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang has visited Angwan Rukuba in Jos North Local Government Area following Sunday’s attack, where at least 12 people were killed and several others injured.
The governor spoke on Tuesday during the visit, addressing residents as they gathered despite a curfew imposed by the state government.
He addressed residents from an armoured vehicle as people gathered despite a curfew imposed by the state government.
“You people should remain calm so I can speak here. The attack that happened last night was very terrible. I didn’t even sleep after hearing about it,” he said.
In a post on X, Governor Mutfwang said he met families in Angwan Rukuba, listened to them and shared in their loss, adding that he stood with grieving residents affected by the attack.
He said he stood with grieving families and that no words could fully describe the situation. He added that affected families are not alone and that the pain of the people is also the pain of the state.
Caleb Mutfwang said those responsible would not go unpunished and that his administration would pursue justice until the perpetrators are arrested. He added that the state government would ensure proper burial for those who died and would cover the medical care of those receiving treatment.
He also called on traditional rulers, religious leaders and community stakeholders to support efforts to address the situation, noting that security requires cooperation from all sides.
The attack occurred on Sunday evening at a bar in Angwan Rukuba. Residents said gunmen entered the area, mixed with people at the venue and opened fire.
Some residents said the attackers arrived as customers before shooting. They said the gunmen moved through nearby paths and shot at people before fleeing towards a hilly area.
Security operatives were deployed to the area. Troops blocked major routes and began a search operation for the attackers.
Following the incident, the Plateau State Government imposed a 48-hour curfew in Jos North Local Government Area.
The information commissioner Joyce Ramnap said the curfew started at midnight on March 29 and would end on April 1.
The attack also affected activities in the area. The University of Jos postponed examinations scheduled for Monday and Tuesday, while some schools shut down as residents stayed indoors.
