The Management of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), Kuru, near Jos, Plateau State, has said that there was no threat to the safety of participants, staff, and residents of the Institute, following a security breach that occurred in the vicinity of NIPSS in the early hours of Tuesday.
NIPSS, in a statement issued by its Head of Public Affairs Department, Dr. Samuel Osime, insisted that the situation was promptly brought under control through the swift response of security personnel and relevant security agencies.
LEADERSHIP gathered two soldiers and a police officer lost their lives in the incident.
According to the statement, security agencies have commenced investigations to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Part of the statement read, “As investigations are ongoing, it would be premature to speculate on the nature, scope, or outcome of the event. The Institute is therefore unable to confirm details currently circulating on social media and other unofficial platforms.”
Dr. Samuel further said NIPSS was working closely with the appropriate authorities and will provide verified information as soon as it becomes available.
“We urge members of the public and the media to rely on official communications from the Institute and relevant security agencies. Management of NIPSS remains committed to the safety and security of staff members and participants,” he added.
He commended the professionalism of the security personnel and agencies involved in the prompt response to curtail the situation.
