Group Demands Urgent Action On Killings, State Police

A diaspora group under the auspices of the Plateau State Association USA, Inc. (PSA-USA), has called for urgent action in tackling attacks and killing of innocent people.

This is contained in a statement issued by the group’s national president, Dr Barth Shepkong, in Abuja yesterday.

The group also called for comprehensive security reform, including the establishment of a state police.

“The current security structure is no longer sufficient to address localised and evolving threats.

“Strengthening Nigeria’s security architecture, including state policing, is essential,” it said.

The group, which strongly condemned the recent killings in the state, described the violence as “unacceptable and a grave concern requiring immediate and coordinated action.”

It said the recurring nature of these attacks highlights serious gaps in prevention, response and overall security coordination.

“The continued loss of innocent lives under recurring circumstances underscores the urgent need for more proactive, coordinated and effective security measures.”

PSA-USA called on the President Bola Tinubu-led government to take immediate and decisive steps to address the deteriorating security situation in the state.

“The protection of lives and property is the primary responsibility of government.

“We urge the President and the Federal Government to act with urgency and resolve to safeguard the lives of citizens in Plateau State,” it said.