Tinubu vows end to Plateau killings, orders security forces to track down perpetrators
… President visits Jos after Angwan Rukuba carnage … Fed govt to deploy surveillance cameras, support victims President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday assured residents of Plateau State that the
... President visits Jos after Angwan Rukuba carnage
... Fed govt to deploy surveillance cameras, support victims
- From Bolaji Ogundele, Abuja
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday assured residents of Plateau State that the recent violent attack in the state would not recur, directing security agencies to identify and apprehend those responsible for the criminal act.
The President gave the assurance during a visit to Jos, where he assessed the extent of destruction following the attack on residents of Angwan Rukuba in Jos North Local Government Area and commiserated with victims as well as the state government.
“There is nothing I can give you, whether money in billions, but to console you and promise you that this experience will not repeat itself,” Tinubu said.
He also issued a firm directive to the armed forces and other security agencies to ensure that those behind the killings are brought to justice.
“I thank the men and women of the armed forces, particularly the police, for what they are doing and what they are about to do. You must unearth and find the killers,” Tinubu stated, noting the presence of top security chiefs, including the Inspector-General of Police and the Chief of Army Staff.
The President expressed deep sympathy with victims, stressing that no financial compensation could replace lives lost, but assured that the Federal Government would provide support to ease their suffering.
Reflecting on the anguish of affected families, Tinubu said the pain of the tragedy underscored the urgent need to restore peace and prevent future occurrences.
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He charged political and community leaders in the state to learn from past crises and work collectively towards unity, inclusiveness and prosperity.
“Governor, you and I were elected on the promise of peace and prosperity, not to comfort and create widows and widowers… I don’t want to be here commiserating and consoling. I want to be here to establish peace,” he said.
As part of measures to strengthen security, the President announced plans to deploy over 5,000 surveillance cameras across the state to help law enforcement agencies identify and track criminal elements.
Tinubu also directed the setting up of a committee to assess the losses suffered by victims, with a view to providing targeted support.
“Take numeric analysis for the victims, let’s see what we can do for their losses. We cannot replace human beings, but whatever we do to give them minimum comfort, we will,” he added.
Calling for unity, the President urged residents to reject division and work together to end cycles of violence, recalling the peaceful past of the state.
“We must break the shackles of violence, ignorance, poverty and hopelessness together,” Tinubu said.
The visit comes amid heightened concerns over recurring attacks in parts of Plateau State, with the Federal Government reiterating its commitment to restoring lasting peace and security in the region.
