President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed security chiefs and the Minister of Defence to take necessary steps to apprehend those responsible for the Jos killings.
President Tinubu issued the directive on Thursday during a visit to the state following the Palm Sunday killings in Angwan Rukuba area of Jos, the Plateau State capital, which resulted in the death of more than 28 people, while several others were injured.
Speaking with stakeholders in the state, Tinubu also directed immediate reinforcement of security measures across the state to confront recurring attacks.
The President disclosed the Federal Government’s plan to deploy 5,000 security cameras across the state to enhance intelligence gathering, surveillance and swift response to security threats.
He emphasised that Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, and himself were elected on the promise of peace and prosperity, to come together and create a community that lifts up our people, not to hear that they are been killed always.
In his earlier remarks, Mutfwang said the attack was a temporary setback, expressing confidence that with the backing of the Federal Government and security agencies, the state would surmount the challenge.
According to the governor, the efforts of security agencies in preventing many attacks that often go unnoticed is commendable, and that they have been convening security council meetings always to ensure that security is always intact, despite challenges.
“The security problem had persisted for nearly three decades across the tenures of previous governors, including Joshua Dariye, Senator Jonah Jang and Simon Lalong. But President Tinubu’s leadership had provided a new platform for unity among Plateau leaders.
“I am assuring the President of my resolve to rally leaders and people to confront the challenge and reclaim the state’s identity as a land of peace and tourism,” he stated.
