FG orders security upgrades at NIPSS and other institutions after attack

By Golok Nanmwa

JOS — The Federal Government has ordered an immediate review and strengthening of the security framework around the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) in Kuru, as well as other key national institutions, after a recent armed attack on the campus.

Vice President Kashim Shettima issued the directive on Friday during a visit to NIPSS, where he met with the institute’s management, staff and participants of Senior Executive Course 48, 2026, following the incident.

He said the move was in line with President Bola Tinubu’s pledge to enhance protection of strategic national assets and prevent future security breaches.

Shettima announced that the security framework around NIPSS and similar institutions would be urgently upgraded. Planned measures include enhanced surveillance, improved perimeter fencing, stricter access control and a greater deployment of security personnel.

The Vice President expressed sympathy for the NIPSS community after the attack, which resulted in the deaths of three security personnel. He described the incident as “painful and unacceptable,” and extended condolences to the families of the deceased and to security agencies. He also praised the rapid response of operatives who repelled the attackers and restored order.

Shettima highlighted the resilience of participants and staff, noting that they maintained composure and continued with academic and policy programmes despite the attack. He reaffirmed that NIPSS remains a vital national institution for policy development and leadership training, stressing that its safety is a top government priority.

According to him, those responsible for the attack would be tracked down and brought to justice.

Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang, who also addressed the occasion, commended the bravery of security operatives and the composure of NIPSS participants during the incident. He said the Vice President’s visit underscored the Federal Government’s solidarity with the institute and assured that the state government would continue to collaborate with security agencies to safeguard lives and property in the area.

Mutfwang announced that immediate steps would be taken to strengthen security infrastructure, including improved lighting, enhanced surveillance and the deployment of additional patrol resources within the Kuru axis. He added that efforts would be made to reinforce security presence around the cluster of national institutions in the area.

Earlier, NIPSS Director‑General Prof. Ayo Omotayo said the attack was successfully repelled through the prompt response of security operatives. He noted that the institute had already activated emergency measures, including reinforcement of security deployment, review of procedures, improved surveillance and tighter access control.

Omotayo thanked the Armed Forces, police, intelligence agencies and other partners for their support, stating that NIPSS would not allow the incident to disrupt its mandate. He called for further strengthening of the institute’s security system to ensure the long‑term safety of lives and critical infrastructure.

The DG thanked the Vice President for the visit, saying it had restored confidence among staff and participants and reinforced the importance of the institute in national development.

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