The Plateau State Government has strengthened its emergency response to a cholera outbreak that has claimed 14 lives and affected four local government areas. State authorities said 441 suspected cases have been recorded in 127 communities over the past two months. Commissioner for Health, Dr. Nicholas Ba’amlong, disclosed the figures during a press briefing in…
Gunmen launched another attack on the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) in Kuru, Plateau State, late Wednesday. Security operatives fought back and killed one suspected attacker during the exchange of gunfire. The attack happened around 11 p.m. However, the gunmen failed to enter the institute after security personnel responded quickly. The incident…
The Plateau State Government is strengthening support for people living with sickle cell disease. Plateau State has announced plans to establish a sickle cell registry and expand health insurance coverage for patients across the state. The initiative aims to improve access to diagnosis, treatment and long-term care while ensuring better coordination of healthcare services for…
A pastor and three members of his family were killed after gunmen attacked a Plateau community late Sunday night. Gunmen stormed Gako Village in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State at about 11 p.m., killing Reverend Ayuba Choji, his wife Chundung Ayuba, and their two children, Cyril and Endurance Ayuba. Residents said the attackers…
Fresh attacks in Plateau State have left families grieving and communities living in fear. At least six people were killed and several others injured after coordinated attacks on two communities in Plateau State. The incidents happened in Shonun community of Riyom Local Government Area and Hurum in Gashish District of Barkin Ladi Local Government Area….
A funeral meant for mourning turned into a flashpoint for protest. The death toll from last Sunday’s deadly attack in Angwan Rukuba, Jos, has risen to 33, after several victims succumbed to injuries in the hospital. The figure, up from an earlier count of 28, was disclosed by Jeremiah Satmak, Chief of Staff at Government…
The Plateau State Government has rescued dozens of minors during overnight raids on brothels, hotels, and motels across the Jos–Bukuru metropolis. Officials said the operation exposed organised child sexual exploitation and trafficking networks operating within the city. The raid was carried out by the Plateau State Task Force Committee on Human Trafficking. Agencies Involved The…
Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The defection marks a major political shift in Plateau State. It also signals a broader realignment in the North-Central region. The APC National Chairman, Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, announced the development on Thursday. He spoke during…
