- Mangu and Riyom are confirmed to be local government areas within Plateau State.
- A crisis involving Plateau State and Mangu has been ongoing since September 1, 2026, centering in the area.
Justin Welby visited affected communities in Plateau State.
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What happened
Justin Welby visited affected communities in Plateau State.
Who's involved
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Part of
A crisis involving Plateau State and Mangu has been ongoing since September 1, 2026, centering in the area.Also in this story
- Security threats have endangered mineral extraction operations in Plateau State since September 1, 2026.
- Assistance has been disbursed in Bokkos, Mangu, and Riyom LGAs of Plateau State, led by Governor Caleb Mutfwang, with President Tinubu offering support.
- Gunmen attacked the Friday Market indiscriminately in Mangu on September 21, 2026.
- Injured victims are being treated at Jos University Teaching Hospital while police command addresses security threats in Mangu.
Within Mangu and Riyom are confirmed to be local government areas within Plateau State.
The entities involved
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Justin Welby
Archbishop of Canterbury from 2013 to 2025
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Plateau State
state in Nigeria
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- The Inspector General of Police visited Jos and Plateau State to conduct inspections and engagements aimed at strengthening security.