The Deputy Inspector-General of Police in charge of Training and Development and Coordinating DIG, North-Central Geo-Political Zone, Isyaku Mohammed, has moved to calm fresh fears in Niger State following reports that suspected Lakurawa terrorists blocked the New Bussa road in Borgu Local Government Area and issued warnings of planned attacks on Friday.
The development comes barely two weeks after rumours of bandit attacks on schools triggered panic and disrupted learning in parts of the state, renewing concerns among parents and residents.
Speaking during a two-day working visit to the Niger State Police Command headquarters in Minna, DIG Mohammed assured residents that the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, was on top of the situation and had directed immediate interventions.
He expressed confidence that attacks on schools and communities would soon become a thing of the past.
“Precisely, that’s why I am here, to look at the peculiar challenges confronting Niger State. The IGP is passionate about the situation. I have told the Commissioner of Police to draw up an intervention plan and the IGP will surely intervene,” he said.
The DIG also sought to calm fears over rumours of attacks on schools, saying the Force has already activated mechanisms aimed at protecting educational institutions and ensuring children continue their studies without intimidation.
“I want to assure parents and children that the IGP is on top of the situation. We have a School Protection Unit headed by a Chief Superintendent of Police, and we are providing all the necessary support.
“We have also
