Plateau State files terrorism charges against five DSS suspects over Jos North killings in Angwa-Rukuba, with allegations of conspiracy and armed attacks

Plateau State Government has filed terrorism-related charges against five suspects arrested by the Department of State Services (DSS) in connection with the March 2026 killings in Angwa-Rukuba, Jos North Local Government Area.

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Plateau terrorism charges Jos North killings case follows weeks after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu visited the state and pledged justice for victims of the attack.

The suspects were arraigned on counts bordering on criminal conspiracy to commit terrorism and other related offences under the Plateau State Penal Code Law, 2017.

According to court filings, the accused are alleged to have planned, financed, and coordinated the attack, which reportedly led to the deaths of more than 30 people.

One of the suspects also faces additional charges, including culpable homicide, illegal possession of firearms, and unlawful dealings in arms and ammunition.

Authorities say the suspects were arrested between April 3 and April 10, 2026, while investigations are ongoing to apprehend other individuals still at large.

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The violence in Plateau State has continued to spark public concern, with renewed calls for stronger security measures and accountability for repeated attacks in affected communities.