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Plateau Police Arrest TikToker for Inciting Violence Ahead of Protest
The Plateau State Police Command has made the arrest of a TikTok user, Suleiman Yakubu, who is accused of making threats of violence against security forces in connection with the upcoming nationwide protest.
According to the police, Yakubu, who operates under the TikTok handle “Dam-Mallam68,” is alleged to have posted a video in which he incited violence against law enforcement and called for the destruction of essential state and private infrastructure in Plateau State as part of the planned demonstrations on August 1.
A statement released on Sunday by DSP Alfred Alabo, the command’s spokesperson, revealed that Yakubu was apprehended at Ahmadu Bello Way in Jos, thanks to information provided by a reliable informant.
During questioning, Yakubu admitted to being the individual featured in the viral video.
In response to this incident, the Commissioner of Police emphasized the commitment of the force to preventing any attempts by individuals seeking to disrupt peace and stability in the state.
The Commissioner underscored the importance of maintaining order before, during, and after the protest.
CP Emmanuel Olugbemiga Adesina has urged the residents of Plateau State to adhere to the law and avoid making statements that could undermine public peace and safety.
The police are dedicated to upholding law and order and will take necessary measures to ensure that the state remains calm and secure.
It has been reported that Bola Ahmed Tinubu was absent at the commissioning of the Opebi-Mende Link Bridge, which took place on April 8, 2026.
However, Senate President Godswill Akpabio represented the President and carried out the ceremony.
As he commissioned the project, he stated “On behalf of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, I commission these projects.”
Residents of Lagos should prepare for traffic disruptions as several roads will be closed due to the visit of Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who is set to commission infrastructural projects.
The commissioning will take place on April 8 and 9, 2026.
Affected areas on Wednesday (April 8):
Opebi, Allen Avenue, Ikeja, Ojota, and Victoria Island.
Affected areas on Thursday (April 9):
Lekki-Epe Expressway, Ikoyi, Victoria Island, and Ajegunle.
Motorists are advised to plan alternative routes and expect heavy traffic during these periods.
President Donald Trump makes headline as he threatens Iran on social media.
The president shared “Open the F***ing Strait, you crazy bastards, or you’ll be living in Hell — JUST WATCH!”
It can be noted that he even did a countdown on Saturday “48 hours before all Hell will rain down on them,” he warned Saturday. “Time is running out.”
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