President Bola Tinubu on Thursday vowed to end the cycle of killings in Plateau State, announcing a sweeping security response that includes the deployment of a 5,000-camera surveillance network across Jos.
The president made the declaration during a solemn visit to the state capital following recent deadly attacks, assuring residents that the Federal Government would act decisively to prevent a recurrence.
“This experience will not repeat itself,” Tinubu said, stressing that his administration is determined to restore lasting peace to the state.
Addressing community leaders and victims, the president expressed deep sympathy, noting that no amount of money could compensate for the loss of lives, but the government would take concrete steps to deliver justice and provide relief.
“There is nothing I can give you, whether in billions, that can replace the lives lost. But we will do everything possible to ensure that such tragedy does not happen again,” he said.
Tinubu emphasised that leadership must be anchored on peace and prosperity, not grief and division.
“We were elected on the promise of peace and prosperity, not to create widows and widowers, but to build a future of hope for all,” he stated.
In a major policy move, the president directed the immediate installation of over 5,000 surveillance cameras across Jos to strengthen intelligence gathering and support real-time response by security agencies.
According to him, the technology-driven initiative will enable law enforcement to identify and track criminal elements swiftly.
He also ordered security agencies to intensify operations and ensure the arrest and prosecution of those responsible for the attacks.
“You must unearth and find the perpetrators,” Tinubu charged, noting the presence of top security officials during the visit.
To address the humanitarian fallout, the president tasked the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs with conducting a comprehensive, data-driven assessment of victims and losses to facilitate targeted intervention.
While acknowledging that material support cannot undo the tragedy, he assured affected families of the government’s commitment to providing relief and comfort.
Tinubu further directed the expansion of the state’s peace and security committee to accommodate more stakeholders, underscoring the need for inclusiveness in resolving longstanding communal tensions.
Reflecting on his earlier experiences in Jos, the president described the city as once a symbol of unity and political harmony, urging leaders to reject division and return to the path of collective progress.
“Jos was a place of peace and hospitality. We must rebuild that legacy,” he said.
Though his visit was brief due to logistical constraints, the president’s message was clear: the Federal Government is shifting from reactive condolences to proactive enforcement, combining technology, security operations, and inclusive governance to secure Plateau State.
