Plateau State High Court has ordered that four suspects be remanded in the custody of the Department of State Services following their connection to the March 2026 killings in the Angwa Rukuba community of Jos North Local Government Area.

During the proceedings on Thursday, the court adjourned the matter until May 8, 2026, to allow for a Court Management Conference.

This decision followed an application by the defense counsel, who informed the court that they required additional time to consult with the defendants since they were meeting them for the first time on the day of the scheduled arraignment.

The suspects, identified as Isa Umar Ibrahim, Auwalu Abubakar (also known as Auwalu Dogo), Musa Abubakar Ibrahim (also known as Yaroro), and others, are facing charges related to criminal conspiracy and terrorism.

The State Attorney General, Philemon Daffi, filed the charges under the Penal Code Law of Plateau State, 2017.

Although the defendants pleaded not guilty to the counts brought against them, the state maintained that the group conspired to carry out the attacks that resulted in significant loss of life across several local government areas.

The killings, which took place on March 28, resulted in the deaths of at least 30 individuals, including children, in Bassa and Bokkos.

A point of contention arose during the hearing regarding where the suspects should be held. While the defense counsel argued for the defendants to be moved to a correctional center to facilitate better legal access, the Attorney General insisted on their return to DSS custody because investigations into the terrorism-related offenses are still active.

Presiding Judge Justice Gidelia FomYom , ultimately ruled that the magnitude of the case necessitated the suspects’ return to DSS custody.

However, the judge directed the authorities to ensure the defense team is granted the necessary access to their clients.

The Attorney General who spoke with journalists, reiterated that the nature of the charges requires strict detention while the legal process continues.

Meanwhile, lead defense counsel Mustapha Saliu expressed satisfaction with the court’s direction and stated that the defense team remains committed to following the case to its conclusion.

The leader of the YES WE CAN Movement, Hon. Darim Ezekiel Dachomo, on Wednesday arrived in Jos, Plateau State, following a recent visit to India.

He was warmly received at the Yakubu Gowon Airport by a delegation comprising supporters, family members, and friends, who gathered to welcome him back to the state.

Prominently present at the reception was the Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Riyom Local Government Area, who formally received Hon. Dachomo on behalf of the party.

In his remarks, the PDP chairman reaffirmed the party’s commitment to providing a fair and inclusive political environment for all stakeholders, assuring equal opportunity for participation. He also extended goodwill messages, wishing Hon. Dachomo success in his future political engagements.