Title: Tinubu Orders Massive Surveillance Rollout, Vows Lasting Peace in Plateau Date Published: 03 April 2026 Description: President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to ending the recurring violence in Plateau State, announcing a series of decisive measures aimed at restoring peace and stability.The President made this known on Thursday during a solemn visit to Jos, where he met with community leaders and victims of the recent attacks that claimed several lives.Tinubu, who shelved an earlier trip to Ogun State to personally assess the security situation, expressed deep sympathy for affected families, noting that while no compensation can replace lost lives, his administration remains focused on preventing further bloodshed.“I don’t want to be here commiserating and consoling; I want to be here to establish peace,” the President stated, stressing that his government was elected to deliver peace, prosperity, and inclusive governance.As part of immediate interventions, Tinubu directed the Minister of Communications, Bosun Tijani, to commence the installation of a 5,000-camera surveillance network across Jos. The initiative, he said, would strengthen intelligence gathering, enable real-time tracking of criminal elements, and improve rapid response by security agencies.He also ordered security forces to intensify operations across the state and ensure that perpetrators of the recent killings are identified and prosecuted.In addition, the President tasked the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Bernard Doro, with conducting a comprehensive assessment of victims and damages to facilitate swift relief and support.Tinubu further called for the expansion of Plateau’s peace and security committee to accommodate more stakeholders, emphasizing the need for inclusiveness in resolving long-standing communal tensions.Using the symbolism of his “broken shackle” cap, the President reiterated his determination to break cycles of violence, poverty, and ignorance that have fueled insecurity in the state. He urged leaders at all levels to reject divisive tendencies and work towards rebuilding Jos as a thriving social and political hub.Earlier, Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, called for a united front against insecurity, noting that the crisis has persisted since 1999 and requires sustained collaboration.Traditional rulers, led by the Gbong Gwom Jos, Buba Gyang, advocated a broader stakeholders’ meeting with the President in Abuja, while former governors including Jonah Jang and Simon Lalong pushed for a comprehensive and long-term strategy.Also lending his voice, the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Nentawe Yilwatda, expressed optimism that sustained dialogue and ongoing security reforms would bring lasting peace to the state. Attached Images: 69c260eab8cce2864ade1a73ddf7653ab0764697c6b995af39b930c70a156374.jpg, bb06163221871841c0172d2a9cf027746d4707c1c354ba084303cb8c45e3b54e.jpg Attached Video: None