A body known as the Berom Community Development Association, BECA, has backed the push for state police, saying it would help stop attacks and improve security in Plateau’s rural areas.
At a press briefing in Abuja on Thursday, the 30th of October, 2025, the association declared its full backing for Governor Caleb Mutfwang, who has consistently supported the idea of a state-controlled policing system.
Members of the group said the plan would help stop terrorists and bandits from invading local settlements. They also believe it will rebuild trust among residents who have suffered repeated violence.
BECA’s newly elected President, Timothy Choji, told reporters that the current security setup has failed to protect farmers and rural dwellers who keep losing lives and farmlands to attackers. He said establishing state police will strengthen neighbourhood watch structures and speed up security response in places where attacks have become frequent.
“Permit me also to use this opportunity to call on both the Federal and Plateau State governments to again look into the issue of insecurity bedevilling our communities back home, where our people are facing threats from suspected terrorists,” Choji said.
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He pointed out that some political figures, including the member representing Pankshin/Kanam/Kanke federal constituency, Hon. Yusuf Gagdi, were against the move. But he maintained that creating state police remains key to stopping further violence in the state.
“The issue of establishing state police should be treated with the urgency it deserves, as it may go a long way in addressing the menace.
“Farmers in some parts of the state find it difficult to cultivate their farms Occasionally, crops almost ready for harvest are deliberately destroyed without provocation. Something urgent has to be done to restore the confidence of the people,” he said.
Choji appealed to Berom people in Barkin Ladi, Jos East, Riyom, and other troubled areas to stand with Governor Mutfwang as he continues pushing for state police to shield communities from fresh attacks.