President Bola Tinubu has reassured residents of Jos that the recent killings in the city will not recur, as he unveiled a series of measures aimed at restoring security, including the deployment of over 5,000 surveillance cameras.
The President gave the assurance on Thursday during a visit to Plateau State, days after a deadly attack in Angwan Rukuba left at least 28 people dead and several others injured.
During the visit, he met with government officials, traditional rulers, security chiefs, and affected families.
Addressing grieving residents, Tinubu said no amount of compensation could replace the lives lost but pledged government support and decisive action to prevent a repeat.
“To the victims, there is nothing I can give you, whether in billions of naira, but I can console you and promise that this experience will not repeat itself,” he said.
Speaking directly to a woman seen in a viral video holding her deceased son, the President expressed deep empathy.
“I know your pain; I saw in the video how you held on to your son and felt the agony in your heart.
“Only God can give you joy and comfort. No amount of money can compensate for your loss.
”As a government, we will do our best to support and comfort you, ” he said.
He emphasised that restoring Jos to its former peaceful status remains a priority, noting the city’s history as a hub of harmony and social activity.
Tinubu stressed that his administration was elected on the promise of peace and prosperity, insisting that his presence in Jos was to deliver lasting solutions rather than mere condolences.
“Governor, you and I were elected on the promise of peace and prosperity, not to comfort and create widows and widowers, but to bring prosperity as promised,” he said.
“I don’t want to be here merely commiserating and consoling. I want to be here to establish peace,” he added.
The president commended security agencies for their efforts but directed them to intensify operations and bring perpetrators to justice.
“You must go out and find the killers—not merely to console and create widows and widowers,” he said.
He noted the presence of top security officials, including the Inspector-General of Police and military chiefs, underscoring the need for coordinated action.
As part of immediate steps to strengthen security, Tinubu ordered the installation of more than 5,000 surveillance cameras across Plateau State.
“We are going to immediately deploy a network of over 5,000 cameras to help law enforcement agencies identify troublemakers in real time,” he said.
The President directed the Minister of Communications, Bosun Tijani, to oversee the project execution.
