 Following an increase in insecurity in platoon, the Special Task Force Operation Safe Haven has warned residents against taking the law into their hands and the guise of self-defense. Media Office of the Task Force Major Isshaku Takua gave the warning in a statement issued in JOS. Takua faltered the consistent call on residents of the state to defend themselves, saying such calls would escalate the security challenges bedeviling the state. The media officer also urged citizens of the state to continue to give support to security agencies towards restoring lasting peace and security in the state. Takua also advised the people to shun violent, hatred and tolerate one another for peace to reign.