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Africa

Plateau government promises security after Kassa attack

Source: Premium Times · 25 Sep 2026, 14:05 UTC
Plateau government promises security after Kassa attack
Image: Premium Times · original report

The Plateau State government has condemned an attack in Kassa and assured motorists that they would be safe on the Jos–Barkin Ladi highway. The supplied report does not give details of the incident, casualties or any security measures announced.

The Plateau State government has condemned an attack in Kassa and assured motorists of safety along the Jos–Barkin Ladi highway, Premium Times reported. The government’s statement was directed at people using the highway after the attack. The source material does not identify the attackers, explain what happened in Kassa or give the date and circumstances of the incident.

It also does not provide information about deaths, injuries, arrests or damage resulting from the attack. No account from motorists, residents or security agencies is included in the supplied report. The assurance indicates that the state government is seeking to reassure people travelling on the route.

However, the material does not specify whether additional personnel, patrols, checkpoints or other security arrangements have been deployed along the Jos–Barkin Ladi highway. The government’s condemnation is the only official response included in the information provided. There is no statement from the perpetrators or any group claiming responsibility, and no explanation of whether the road was closed or remained open after the incident.

Premium Times reported the government’s condemnation and its assurance to motorists. Further facts about the Kassa attack and the security response are not available in the supplied source material.

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