Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang has ordered an immediate stop to the activities of a group reportedly operating as Hisbah in parts of Jos North Local Government Area.
The governor declared the group’s operations illegal and unauthorised, directing security agencies to investigate and prosecute anyone found to have violated the law
The directive followed reports that the group was allegedly involved in intimidation, harassment, extortion, and imposing unauthorised rules on residents.
In a statement by his Director of Press and Public Affairs, Dr Gyang Bere, Mutfwang warned those involved to desist or face arrest.
Mutfwang said Plateau State operates under one Constitution, one legal system, and one legitimate authority.
“No individual or group has the authority to appoint itself the government of Plateau State. The responsibility for enforcing the law belongs to duly constituted authorities acting within the law,” he said.
He stressed that his administration would not tolerate parallel authorities or self-appointed enforcement bodies.
The governor instructed security agencies to intensify intelligence gathering to identify those involved.
He said anyone found promoting, sponsoring, or aiding the alleged unlawful activities would be investigated and prosecuted.
Mutfwang assured residents that the government would protect them from intimidation and unlawful coercion.
Mutfwang clarified that the directive was not targeted at any religion, ethnic group, or community.
“Every resident of Plateau State has the right to live, worship, work, conduct lawful business and go about their daily activities without intimidation or interference from any self-appointed authority,” he said.
He commended members of the public who reported the alleged activities and reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to protecting lives, rights, and lawful freedoms.
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