Plateau State in Nigeria declares a “state of war with terrorists and enemies of the state,” following discussions in a state security council meeting, according to reports from The Punch and Vanguard. The government says the move is a response to a wave of coordinated attacks that has affected parts of the state over the past four months. Plateau State announces that it is tightening security operations and launching new measures aimed at addressing the attacks and improving safety for residents. The reports characterize the declaration as a commitment to take decisive action against those behind terrorism-related incidents and to protect communities across the state. While the coverage focuses on the state’s decision and the broad intent to intensify security, it does not provide detailed information on specific operational changes, locations, or timelines beyond the announcement of tightened security efforts. The declaration is presented as an escalation in the state’s posture toward terrorism and insecurity, with the government linking the decision to ongoing threats and coordinated attacks.