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Court Remands Four Suspects Over Angwan Rukuba Killings, Adjourns Arraignment to April 30

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A Plateau State High Court on Thursday ordered the remand of four suspects in the custody of the Department of State Services (DSS) over their alleged involvement in the March 28, 2026, killings in Angwan Rukuba community, Jos North Local Government Area.

The court adjourned the matter to April 30, 2026, for arraignment after proceedings could not continue due to the absence of defence counsel.

The suspects — Isa Umar Ibrahim; Auwalu Abubakar, also known as Auwalu Dogo; Musa Abubakar Ibrahim, also known as Yaroro; and another individual — were arrested by the DSS between April 3 and April 10, 2026.

They are facing charges of criminal conspiracy to commit terrorism and other related offences filed by the Plateau State Government.

The charge, signed by the State Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Philemon Daffi, alleges that the defendants “conspired amongst themselves to commit offences relating to terrorism when they planned, organised, facilitated, aided and contributed money to carry out the attack in Angwan Rukuba, which led to the death of over 30 persons.”

The offences are said to be contrary to Section 269 and punishable under Section 270 of the Penal Code Law of Plateau State, 2017.

When the case came up before Justice Gidelia Damulak Fomyong in Court 12, Jos, the suspects, speaking through an interpreter, requested an adjournment to enable them secure legal representation of their choice.

Prosecution counsel and Solicitor-General of Plateau State, Joel Tagven, did not oppose the application but asked the court to remand the suspects in DSS custody to ensure access for continued investigation.

Justice Fomyong granted the request and ordered that the suspects remain in DSS custody, adjourning the case to April 30, 2026, for arraignment. The suspects were thereafter escorted back to DSS detention in a bus.

Speaking to journalists after the sitting, the Solicitor-General commended President Bola Tinubu for what he described as measures that enabled the prosecution process in the state.

He cited the directive that led to the arrest of the suspects, the approval for their prosecution within Plateau State instead of transfer to Abuja, the provision of security infrastructure such as CCTV cameras, and improved collaboration between federal and state authorities.

The March 28 attack on communities in Bokkos and Bassa LGAs, including Angwan Rukuba, reportedly left more than 30 people dead, including children.

Governor Caleb Mutfwang had condemned the incident, describing it as genocide rather than a farmer-herder clash, and vowed that perpetrators would be brought to justice while assuring residents that efforts were underway to restore lasting peace.

President Bola Tinubu, during a visit to the state, also condemned the killings, promised justice for victims, and urged residents to remain vigilant.

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Get ready for the whisper-filled office of the future

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How will work setups change if we spend more and more time talking to our computers? A recent feature in the Wall Street Journal looks at the rising popularity of dictation apps like Wispr, especially now that they can be connected to vibe coding tools, and what that might mean for office etiquette.

One VC said that visiting startup offices now feels like stepping into a high-end call center. And Gusto co-founder Edward Kim is apparently telling his team that in the future, offices will sound “more like a sales floor.” (As someone still scarred from the time his desk was briefly relocated to a sales floor, let me say: Oh no.)

Kim claimed that he only types now when he absolutely has to. But he admitted that constantly dictating in the office can be “just a little awkward.”

Similarly, AI entrepreneur Mollie Amkraut Mueller said her husband became annoyed with her new habit of whispering to her computer, so their late-night work sessions now involve sitting apart, or “one of us will stay in our office.”

But Wispr founder Tanay Kothari insisted that this will all seem “normal” one day, just as it’s become normal to spend hours staring at your phone.

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ADC Governorship Aspirant Jude Dakur Condemns Plateau Killings, Targets Government House in 2027

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A frontline governorship aspirant on the platform of the in Plateau State, , has condemned the recent attacks and killings in rural communities across Bassa, Barkin Ladi, and Riyom Local Government Areas, declaring that the party is determined to take over the Plateau Government House in the 2027 general elections.

Dakur made the remarks during an engagement with Local Government, Ward, and Unit Executives of the ADC in shortly after attending the one-year remembrance service of late at RCC Pushit.

The ADC governorship hopeful described the recurring attacks in parts of Plateau State as unfortunate and called on security agencies to intensify efforts toward protecting vulnerable communities and restoring peace in affected areas.

He urged residents to remain vigilant and law-abiding while supporting security agencies with useful information capable of preventing further attacks.

According to Dakur, the ADC is steadily strengthening its grassroots structures across Plateau State as part of efforts to provide purposeful leadership to the people.

He said the party remains committed to offering credible leadership capable of addressing the security and developmental challenges confronting the state.

The governorship aspirant also charged party members to remain united, focused, and committed toward strengthening the party ahead of the 2027 elections.

Dakur stressed the need for loyalty, cooperation, and collective responsibility among party faithful, noting that unity within the party would be key to achieving victory at the polls.

He further pledged to work toward delivering the dividends of democracy to Plateau residents and ensuring lasting peace across communities affected by insecurity and other social challenges.

Speaking on the late Prof. Tyoden, Dakur described the former deputy governor as a man of wisdom, integrity, and selfless service whose contributions to Plateau State and Nigeria would continue to be remembered.

He said the late academic and statesman dedicated his life to education, peace, leadership, and the advancement of humanity.

In his remarks, the Chairman of the ADC in Mangu Local Government Area, , appreciated Dakur for his commitment to the growth of the party in Plateau State.

Kwache assured the governorship aspirant of the support and solidarity of party members in Mangu while calling on members to remain committed to building a stronger and more united party ahead of future elections.

The remembrance service attracted political leaders, party faithful, community stakeholders, and well-wishers who gathered to honour the late Prof. Tyoden and reflect on his legacies.

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