The House of Representatives is set to convene a one-day security summit in Jos, the Plateau State capital, as part of efforts to tackle persistent insecurity and promote lasting peace in the state.
Chairman of the House Ad Hoc Committee on Security, Wale Hammed, disclosed this on Monday during a visit by committee members to the Government House in Rayfield, where they informed Governor Caleb Mutfwang of the planned event.
The summit, scheduled for Tuesday, is themed “Restoring Stability and Unity: A Multi-Stakeholder Dialogue on Security in Plateau State and Beyond.”
Speaking during the visit, Hammed said the conference was necessitated by the urgent need to address the underlying causes of recurring violence in the state.
“The House resolved to organise this dialogue to examine and address the root causes of the security challenges in Plateau State and beyond, while collaboratively developing practical and sustainable solutions,” he said.
He explained that a wide range of stakeholders had been invited to participate in the discussions, including government officials, former governors, traditional rulers, security agencies, civil society groups, academics, and members of the public.
“This conference will provide a platform for inclusive dialogue, enabling participants to share insights, reflect on real-life experiences, and contribute to strategies that foster collaboration, strengthen unity, and promote lasting peace,” Hammed added.
The lawmaker also commended the Plateau State Government for its ongoing efforts to maintain stability, expressing optimism that the summit would build on existing peace initiatives.
Responding on behalf of the governor, Deputy Governor Josephine Piyo described the initiative as timely, noting that residents of the state had endured prolonged insecurity.
“The people of Plateau have borne the brunt of insecurity for too long. This summit gives us hope that the Federal Government is listening and willing to partner with us to find lasting answers,” she said.
Piyo assured the delegation of the state government’s support, stressing that peace remains essential for development.
“No meaningful development can take place without peace and security. We are ready to work with all stakeholders to ensure that the outcomes of this summit translate into real change,” she stated.
She also expressed appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the First Lady for their support to the state, particularly in the wake of recent security challenges and humanitarian needs.
The summit is expected to attract participants from across Plateau State’s 17 local government areas, with deliberations focused on identifying practical pathways to restoring stability and strengthening unity across affected communities.
