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Plateau Youth Coalition Defends SSS Security Operations
Plateau Youth Coalition backs SSS, rejects halt to security operations amid claims of bias.
In brief
Plateau Youth Coalition backs SSS, rejects halt to security operations amid claims of bias. Plateau State's Indigenous Youth Coalition defends State Security Service against allegations of bias, urging federal government to continue joint security operations. Originally reported by Allafrica.
Plateau Youth Coalition Defends SSS
The coalition defended the State Security Service, Mobile Police Force, and Operation Rainbow against allegations of bias and misconduct.
“The Plateau State Coalition of Indigenous Youth Bodies smells a rat in the ongoing campaign of calumny orchestrated against the person of the Director, Operations of the DSS, the Mobile Police Force and the Plateau State security outfit, Operation Rainbow”
Rejects Calls to Halt Operations
The coalition rejected calls for the removal of SSS State Director Paul Damian and discontinuation of joint security operations.
Petition by MACBAN and GAFDAN
A petition signed by Mudahid Abdullahi on behalf of MACBAN, GAFDAN, and FUYODA accused SSS of biased operations against Fulani communities.
Alleged Cattle Rustling Claims
The petition alleged SSS was responsible for cattle rustling, poisoning, and killings of Fulani residents.
Social Media Video Circulation
A video circulating on social media portrayed SSS and other agencies as acting against state peace interests.
Five Alleged Objectives
The coalition identified five objectives behind the campaign: intimidating Paul Damian, discrediting agencies, disrupting operations, discouraging intelligence sharing, and portraying Nigerian Army as the only effective force.
Operational Results
Joint operations have arrested armed group leaders and reduced attacks on communities and crop destruction.
152 Communities Affected
The coalition documented at least 152 hamlets, villages, and communities affected by attacks and displacement.
Security Incidents
Security personnel faced attacks, including two DSS officers killed at Nding Sesut and Tanjol villages in June and August 2026.
Killing of David Babale
David Babale, an assistant superintendent of police, was ambushed near a military checkpoint in June 2026.
Call for Investigation
The coalition called for an investigation into alleged collusion between military personnel and armed groups.
Alleged Funding of Violence
Groups linked to violence allegedly raised ₦20 million to fund media campaigns and court actions.
Warning Against Discontinuation
The coalition warned that halting operations could undermine efforts to protect vulnerable communities.
What matters most
Plateau State's Indigenous Youth Coalition defends State Security Service against allegations of bias, urging federal government to continue joint security operations.
