Fresh allegations have surfaced following the deadly attack in Angwan Rukuba, Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State, with some residents claiming that security operatives abandoned their posts when armed assailants struck.
The claims, currently circulating on social media and forums including Nairaland, suggest that police officers stationed near one of the attack scenes reportedly fled as gunmen began shooting.
What Eyewitnesses Are Saying
According to multiple unverified accounts shared online, a police outpost located close to the scene of the attack was allegedly deserted at the height of the violence.
Residents quoted in the posts claimed that:
Officers were “nowhere to be found” during the shooting and ome allegedly “threw down their weapons and ran”
However, these claims have not yet been officially confirmed by the Nigerian Police or any government authority.
What Has Been Confirmed
A deadly attack occurred in Angwan Rukuba, Jos
Dozens of people were reportedly killed (with earlier reports placing the death toll around 40)
The Plateau State Government has imposed a curfew in Jos North
Governor Caleb Mutfwang visited the scene with security operatives
Police Silence Raises Questions
As of the time of filing this report:
The Nigeria Police Force has not issued an official statement addressing the allegations
No confirmation or denial has been made regarding the conduct of officers during the attack
Public Reactions
The claims have sparked outrage and debate among Nigerians, with opinions divided:
Some citizens condemned the police, accusing them of cowardice and failure to protect lives while others argued that officers may have been outgunned or overwhelmed by heavily armed attackers
A section of commenters used the incident to renew calls for state policing reforms
Reality Check
Security experts often note that:
Many rural or semi-urban police posts in Nigeria are poorly equipped
Officers sometimes face attackers with superior firepower and numbers
Tactical withdrawal, though controversial, can occur in extreme situations
Conclusion
While the allegations are serious and troubling, there is currently no verified evidence confirming that police officers abandoned their duty during the Angwan Rukuba attack.
Authorities are expected to investigate the incident, as Nigerians continue to demand accountability and improved security across the country.
