Plateau State Specialist Hospital has dismissed reports of unrest within its facility over an alleged plot by terrorists to abduct medical workers.
In a statement issued by its Public Relations Officer, Talatu Angi, the management said the hospital remains safe and fully operational, with all services ongoing without disruption.
“The attention of the Management of Plateau State Specialist Hospital, Jos, has been drawn to a publication currently circulating on social media captioned: ‘Tension in Plateau Government Hospital Over Terrorists’ Plot to Abduct Doctors, Other Workers,’” the statement said.
The management explained, “The circular referenced in the report was strictly an internal communication and part of routine security briefings issued to staff.
“It was intended to encourage vigilance and caution in the course of their daily duties, especially in light of prevailing security concerns.”
It further denied claims of unrest, stating, “There is no form of tension within the hospital. Staff and patients are carrying out their normal activities, and all clinical services are proceeding without disruption.”
“The management, therefore, urges members of the public to disregard any misleading or sensational information capable of destabilising the relative peace currently enjoyed in the state. The hospital remains safe, fully operational, and committed to providing quality healthcare services.”
It also reassured the public, saying, “Members of the public are encouraged to continue to visit the hospital for their medical needs, as all relevant personnel are on the ground and ready to attend to patients.”
Our correspondent reports that a leaked internal memo from the hospital had earlier raised concerns about an alleged plan by bandits and terrorist groups to abduct medical personnel in order to treat injured members.
The memo, dated April 13, 2026, stated that “intelligence has uncovered a plan by terrorist groups to kidnap medical practitioners, including doctors, nurses, and other auxiliary health workers, particularly in frontline states, including Plateau State, to provide treatment for their members who sustained gunshot wounds and other bodily injuries during engagement with security forces.”
It described the development as “a tactical shift by the group, aimed at sustaining operational capability and reducing mortality among their fighters,” adding that “the trend poses a serious risk to healthcare workers, especially in the hinterlands.”
The memo advised hospitals to heighten vigilance and report suspicious movements to security agencies, while assuring that efforts
